Coutinho, Kaka and Alex Sandro named in Brazil squad

Philippe Coutinho, Kaka and Alex Sandro are in Brazi's squad for their World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Paraguay.

Liverpool playmaker Coutinho is yet to make an appearance in the qualifying campaign, but has been brought back into the fold by head coach Dunga. 

Orlando City veteran Kaka has also been called-up despite only playing 15 minutes so far in qualification, while Juventus' Alex Sandro - who last played international football in August 2012 - is also selected in the 23-man squad.

There is still no place for former captain Thiago Silva, while Coutinho's club-mate Roberto Firmino and Benfica forward Jonas - scorer of 28 goals this season - were among the other players to miss out.


Brazil squad in full: