Top 3 Brazilian players who have never played in a World Cup  

Brazil v Chile - 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Qualifier
Sandro in action for Brazil at the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia Qualifier

#1 Luiz Adriano

Brazil v Chile - International Friendly
Adriano in action for Brazil v Chile in an international friendly

31-year-old Brazilian striker Luiz Adriano began his career in 2006 with Internacional before joining Shakhtar Donetsk, a year later. After spending seven seasons with the Ukrainian club winning numerous trophies, the Brazilian forward opted to join AC Milan in 2015, in a move that lasted for two years, before signing for Spartak Moscow in 2017.

In 2014, during his time with Shakhtar, Adriano had some sensational moments, including netting a hat-trick against Belarusian side Bate Borisov in 12 mins. It is the one of the fastest ever hat-tricks recorded in Champions League history.

The striker went on to score five in the group stage game that ended 7-0 to the away side, compounding a massive home defeat for the Belarusian side. The Brazilian has made four appearances for his national side in his career and has never been fancied for a spot in the national team despite his consistent performances.

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