Overview

• Militão has been named to Brazil's squad for friendlies against South Korea and Japan as part of preparations for the 2026 World Cup.
• Speaking at a news conference in South Korea, the 27-year-old said he considered retiring after his second serious knee injury.
• He had ACL surgeries on his left knee in 2023 and on his right knee a year later during a 438-day absence.
• He resumed club action with Real Madrid at the Club World Cup in June and has worked back toward full match rhythm.
• He credited support from his wife, daughter and teammates, and he praised coach Carlo Ancelotti's guidance with both club and national team.