Brazil National Team
Santos names Neymar starter against Inter
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Santos announced the lineup with Neymar as a starter for the match against Internacional in the 7th round of the Brasileirão on Wednesday (18/3) at Vila Belmiro. The 34-year-old player was not called up by coach Carlo Ancelotti for the Brazil national team, announced on Monday (16), but reacted with brief sadness and a focus on work. Ancelotti justified the absence due to Neymar not being 100% physically.
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti defended his decision to omit Neymar from the latest national team squad, saying he respects everyone's opinion. The move has drawn sharp criticism from former Brazil strikers Romario and Ronaldo, who argue the 34-year-old's talent is too valuable to waste ahead of the World Cup. Ancelotti cited fitness concerns for leaving out the country's record goalscorer.
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Brazilian star Neymar has extended his contract with boyhood club Santos until the end of 2026, signaling his intent to earn a spot in Brazil's FIFA World Cup squad. The 33-year-old, sidelined by injuries since 2023, hopes to prove his fitness under coach Carlo Ancelotti. Brazil opens its Group C campaign against Morocco on June 14, 2026.