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Igor Thiago’s journey from garbage collector, bricklayer to Brazil’s 2026 World Cup squad

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Times of India

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 9:07 PM

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Igor Thiago overcame childhood poverty and manual labor to earn his first Brazil World Cup call-up in 2026.
Thiago broke Roberto Firmino's record by scoring 22 Premier League goals for Brentford during the 2025–26 season.
The striker made his international debut under manager Carlo Ancelotti and scored against France and Croatia in friendlies.

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Brentford striker Igor Thiago overcame severe childhood poverty, the loss of his father at age 13, and jobs as a garbage collector to earn his maiden Brazil call-up in 2026. After scoring 22 Premier League goals in the 2025–26 season, head coach Carlo Ancelotti selected him for Brazil's senior squad and the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Following a difficult World Cup campaign where Brazil exited in the Round of 16, the 25-year-old forward has faced criticism and a slow start to the 2026–27 campaign. Thiago remains determined to rediscover his best form, citing his family and children as his central motivation.

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Igor Thiago’s journey from garbage collector, bricklayer to Brazil’s 2026 World Cup squad

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