Real Madrid forwards Rodrygo and Vinicius Jr have been called up to the Brazil squad for friendlies against South Korea and Japan this month, while Neymar misses out due to a thigh injury.

Vinicius was left out of Carlo Ancelotti's squad for World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Bolivia last month, while Rodrygo last played for Brazil in March. Eder Militao was also included after recovering from a long-term knee injury.

Neymar, Brazil's leading goalscorer, suffered a thigh muscle tear last month and is expected to be out until November.

Goalkeeper Alisson, defender Marquinhos and forward Raphinha were all also left out due to injuries.

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