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Pato and Ganso named in Copa America squad

"We checked (with the doctors) and we're absolutely certain they will be at the Copa America," Menezes told a news conference after Brazil's 1-0 win over Romania in their final warm-up friendly.

The tournament starts on July 1 in Argentina, with Brazil looking to defend the title they won in 2007.

Pato (shoulder) and Ganso (thigh) also missed Saturday's 0-0 draw with Netherlands in Goiania.

"I always made it clear (Ganso) is the player with the most qualities in his favour (to be the playmaker)," Menezes said of the talented Santos midfielder.

"For him to play that match he will have had 10 days of hard work," Menezes said.