RIO DE JANEIRO, Aug. 5 (Xinhua) -- Former Manchester City striker Jo says he is hopeful of earning a recall to Brazil's national team for upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Ecuador and Colombia.
Jo, who has not represented the Selecao since the 2014 World Cup, is currently the top scorer in Brazil's Serie A championship with 11 goals in 18 matches for leaders Corinthians.
"I'm confident [of a recall] because of the form I'm in," the 30-year-old told reporters. "I'm hopeful every time the national team is selected. I'm working hard to be called up. It's a dream to return to the national dream."
Brazil lead the South American zone World Cup qualifying standings with 10 wins from 14 matches and are already guaranteed a berth at the tournament in Russia next year.
The five-time World Cup winners will meet Ecuador in Porto Alegre on August 31 followed by a clash against Colombia in the Atlantic port city of Barranquilla five days later.
Brazil coach Tite is expected to name his squad for the matches on Thursday (Aug. 10).
