MONTPELLIER, France: Midfielder Gilberto Silva and defender Alex were recalled to Brazil's squad Thursday for next month's friendlies against the United States and Mexico.
Striker Afonso and defenders Lucio and Juan are also back after missing Brazil's 2-0 friendly win over Algeria behind goals by Ronaldinho and Maicon on Wednesday.
Coach Dunga otherwise selected the same squad as he prepares for World Cup qualifying, which begins in October. Brazil will debut against Colombia before playing Ecuador, Peru and Uruguay.
"We already have an idea for the team we'll use," Dunga said. "But all players must remain alert and maintain their performance."
Brazil will play the United States on Sept. 9 in Chicago and Mexico three days later in Boston.
Squad:
Goalkeepers: Julio Cesar (Inter Milan), Doni (AS Roma).
Defenders: Alex Silva (Sao Paulo), Lucio (Bayern Munich), Juan (AS Roma), Alex (Chelsea), Gilberto (Hertha Berlin), Maicon (Inter Milan), Daniel Alves (Sevilla), Kleber (Santos).
Midfielders: Josue (Sao Paulo), Diego (Werder Bremen), Elano (Manchester City), Mineiro (Hertha Berlin), Kaka (AC Milan), Fernando (Bordeaux), Ronaldinho (FC Barcelona), Julio Batista (Real Madrid), Gilberto Silva (Arsenal).
Forwards: Robinho (Real Madrid), Vagner Love (CSKA Moscow), Afonso (Heerenveen).
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