Bruninha ruled out for 2026 World Cup after serious injury

Bruninha, Brazil's left-back, suffered a complete rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament in her right knee during the friendly match against Argentina on Sunday at Beira-Rio. Carried off the field on a stretcher after a misplaced step, she has confirmed her unavailability for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The estimated recovery time of nine months places her return after the global competition. She remains nonetheless positive, favouring a light mental approach in the face of adversity.