Bruce Arena was the first coach to announce his 23-player roster for the 2006 World Cup. BrazilÆs Carlos Alberto Parreira was the first to announce his starting lineup. Barring last-minute injuries, the defending champions will open up June 13 against Croatia as follows:
Goalkeeper-Dida.
Right back-Cafu
Center backs-Juan, Lucio.
Left back-Roberto Carlos.
Defensive midfielders-Emerson, Ze Roberto,
Attacking midfielders-Ronaldinho, Kaka.
Forwards-Ronaldo, Adriano.