🛩️ Rayan air and more! See how the Copa call-ups fared this weekend
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The weekend was a busy one for the 26 players called up to the Brazilian National Team!
While some players took part in final rounds in Europe and big Brasileirão derby matches before reporting to Granja Comary, others used their vacation time or were released by their clubs to recharge their batteries ahead of the World Cup.
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One of the biggest highlights was forward Rayan, a Bournemouth starter, who ended up being "honored" with a "Rayan Air" flag, in a joke involving the airline Ryanair.
The Vasco academy product was the Cherries' standout player in the campaign that led to the historic qualification for the Europa League.
It will be the first time the club has played in a European competition.
Check out the full overview of each called-up player's weekend:
Goalkeepers
Alisson (Liverpool): Returned to the pitch after more than two months out with an injury. He delivered a strong performance in the 1-1 draw, making a great save in the first half and bearing no blame for the goal conceded.
Ederson (Manchester City): He is already on vacation after the end of the Turkish Championship.
Weverton (Grêmio): Started in the 3-2 win over Santos. He was not at fault for the goals conceded and started the move for Grêmio's third goal with a long pass.
Defenders
Alex Sandro (Flamengo): Played the full 90 minutes in Saturday's 3-0 loss to Palmeiras. He put in a below-average performance, inspiring little confidence in defense.
Bremer (Juventus): Served a suspension and did not take part in the 2-2 draw against Torino in the decisive round of the Italian Championship.
Danilo (Flamengo): Suspended, he was unavailable in the loss to Palmeiras.
Douglas Santos (Zenit): Is on vacation after winning the Russian title.
Gabriel Magalhães (Arsenal): Started on the bench against Crystal Palace to be rested for the Champions League final, but came on at halftime and played the entire second half.
Ibañez (Al-Ahli): Was released by the Saudi club before the end of the league season and is spending his vacation in Brazil.
Leo Pereira (Flamengo): Played the full 90 minutes in the loss to Palmeiras. He made a mistake on the first goal, being beaten by Flaco López.
Marquinhos (PSG): Had no match over the weekend. After winning the French Championship, the team is now focused on preparing for the Champions League final, which takes place next Saturday (30).
Wesley (Flamengo): Served a suspension and did not play against Verona in the final round of the Italian Championship.
Midfielders
Bruno Guimarães (Newcastle): Started against Fulham, but had to be substituted in the 21st minute of the second half after feeling discomfort. Sources close to the player say there is no cause for concern.
Casemiro (Manchester United): Was left out of the match against Brighton. The game against Nottingham Forest marked his official farewell to the club.
Danilo Santos (Botafogo): Remains sidelined by the Rio club's board and is only expected to return after the World Cup, unless he is transferred.
Fabinho (Al-Ittihad): Was released before the final round of the Saudi League and did not take the field.
Lucas Paquetá (Flamengo): Started in the loss to Palmeiras. He had two good chances to score but missed both. He was substituted in the 36th minute of the second half.
Forwards
Endrick (Real Madrid): With the end of the French Championship, he is training at the Spanish club's facilities to stay in shape before reporting to the national team.
Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal): Returned to the starting lineup against Crystal Palace, in a match where the main players were rested. He provided the assist for Gabriel Jesus's goal in the 2-1 win.
Igor Thiago (Brentford): Played the full 90 minutes in the 1-1 draw against Liverpool. He struggled in the match, recording only two shots (one blocked and one off target).
Luiz Henrique (Zenit): Is on vacation after winning the Russian Championship.
Matheus Cunha (Manchester United): Remained on the bench for the entire match against Brighton.
Neymar (Santos): Recovering from edema in his right calf, he was unavailable for the match against Grêmio.
Raphinha (Barcelona): Was left out of the match against Valencia, valid for the final round of the Spanish Championship.
Rayan (Bournemouth): Started in the 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest. He was substituted in the 28th minute of the second half.
Vini Jr. (Real Madrid): Was excused by the club from the match against Athletic Club, which marked the end of the Spanish Championship.
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