Liverpool’s goalkeeper Alisson Becker has pulled out of the Brazil national team after suffering a concussion in Thursday’s World Cup qualifier against Colombia. During Brazil’s 2-1 victory, Alisson collided with Colombian defender Davinson Sánchez, leading to both players leaving the field in the 78th minute. Liverpool has announced that Alisson will be returning to Merseyside for a thorough evaluation by the club’s medical team. As a result, he will not participate in Brazil’s upcoming match against Argentina next Tuesday. Liverpool is scheduled to resume Premier League play against Everton on April 2

Following Thursday’s match, Brazil’s team doctor, Rodrigo Lasmar, stated: “The initial step involves conducting the required tests and evaluations while monitoring the player over the next few days, as per protocol. “Alisson is thriving. He is now perfectly OK and has no concerns, as you may have seen from the bench and post-match cameras. He did not faint or have any memory problems throughout his on-field treatment; he was alert and conscious the entire time. Due to a few small concerns—he felt a little slower and there was a chance of a concussion—we chose to replace him. According to etiquette, the player should be substituted in such circumstances.