Coutinho & Rafinha called into Brazil squad

Philippe Coutinho and Rafinha have been called into the Brazil squad in place of Oscar and Ramires after the Chelsea duo dropped out due to injury.

Dunga’s men are set to face Costa Rica on September 5 and the United States three days later, but will do so without both Blues stars, with the Liverpool and Barcelona midfielders called up in their stead.

Dunga initially omitted Coutinho when he selected his squad, a decision Brendan Rodgers described as “unbelievable”, but he will now join his club-mate Roberto Firmino in the selection.