Brazil midfielder Edmilson has been ruled out of the World Cup. The Barcelona utility man, who can also operate in defence, suffered a knee injury in training.

He sustained the knock on Monday but was withdrawn today following results of a MRI scan.  The 29-year-old will be replaced by Sao Paulo midfielder Mineiro.

A Brazilian statement read: "After a meeting between the coaching staff, the team captain Cafu and Edmilson. . .Edmilson was told he has been removed from the Brazilian squad that will play in the World Cup on Germany."