Wholesome Footage of Richarlison's Reaction After Being Named in Brazil's Final World Cup Squad Emerges

• Tottenham forward Richarlison broke down in tears after he was named in Brazil's final squad for the World Cup
• The former Everton forward will be making his first appearance at the tournament in Qatar later this month
• Richarlison has been in good form for the Brazilians under coach Tite and he is expected to star at the World Cup

Richarlison broke down to tears of joy after hearing his name in the final 26-man squad of Brazil for the World Cup in Qatar.

Having played a role in the qualifiers under coach Tite, the Tottenham star was unsure of his position in the star-studded Brazilian team.

However, his consistent goal scoring form in the Yellow and Blue jersey of Brazil has earned him a place in the squad.

And in a video that has since gone viral, Richarlison was spotted with his family as the squad was being named.

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The former Everton star jumped in delirium as he celebrated his selection for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

Brazil have been drawn in Group G alongside Switzerland, Serbia and Cameroon.

Richarlison scores brace as Brazil beat Ghana in friendly

Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Richarlison netted a first half brace as Brazil cruised to victory against Ghana in their penultimate friendly ahead of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.

Paris Saint Germain defender Marquinhos opened the scoring after eight minutes to add to Richarlison double as the South Americans defeated Ghana in Le Havre.

The Selacaos got off to a bright start with Richarlison getting the first chance after just four minutes, but the Tottenham forward missed by inches wide.

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Brazil name final 26-man squad for 2022 World Cup

Liverpool's Roberto Firmino was left off the list Monday as Brazil coach Tite named his World Cup squad, seeking a sixth title with a team led by Neymar and 39-year-old veteran Dani Alves.

Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain veteran Alves, who signed with Mexican side Pumas in July, made the team despite the fact he has not played a match in two months.

The oldest player ever named to a Brazilian World Cup squad, he will be participating in his third edition of the tournament.