Brazilian right-back Wesley Franca misses
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Brazilian right-back Wesley Franca misses World Cup after thigh injury

Brazilian right-back Wesley Franca injured his thigh in a World Cup warm-up match against Egypt and will miss the World Cup.

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The 22-year-old Roma player was the only pure right-back in Brazil's squad. Now Atalanta midfielder Ederson has been called up as a replacement, Reuters reported.

The injury occurred during the 2–1 match against Egypt in Cleveland.

World Cup favorite Brazil will face Morocco, Haiti and Scotland in the group stage.

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AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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