Arthur Elias has named 26 players for Brazil’s final women’s internationals of 2026, a pair of friendlies away to Japan. The Brazilian federation announced the squad on 10 November and confirmed that Renata Costa will join the coaching staff as an assistant during this international window.

The first fixture is scheduled for 29 November at Hiroshima’s Edion Peace Wing. The teams then meet at the JFE Harenokuni Stadium in Okayama on 5 December. The Japanese federation’s official event page confirms the opening encounter and provides the host association’s information for supporters following the trip.

Brazil’s selection draws on several domestic and overseas competitions. Goalkeeper Lorena, defender Tarciane and forward Adriana are among the players listed by the federation. Facing the same opponent twice gives the two teams a direct opportunity to compare their performances between matches, although the squad announcement alone does not establish a starting eleven or guarantee anyone’s playing time.

Elias is familiar with Japan: the Brazilian federation records three wins, one draw and two defeats across six previous meetings during his tenure. This will nevertheless be his first visit to Japan in charge of Brazil. That distinction adds a different setting to an established rivalry, rather than making the past record a prediction. The confirmed news is the selection and the two scheduled fixtures; the sporting outcome will be determined on the pitch.

Brazil women’s players at a reception in Brasília on 10 September 2025; archival photograph. Photographer/creator: Ricardo Stuckert / PR, via Lula Oficial. Image source · CC BY-SA 4.0. 2025-09-10 17:38:59.