Brazil reports good progress in Neymar recovery

Brazil have confirmed Neymar is making good progress in his recovery from a calf injury. The update follows an MRI scan on Monday.

The Brazilian Football Confederation said the scan showed progress within expected parameters. Neymar will continue his planned recovery and physical preparation with the national team medical staff. Neymar sustained a grade two muscle tear while playing for Santos on May 28. He was still selected for Brazil's 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup. Coach Carlo Ancelotti had stated the injury would not force Neymar out of the tournament. Brazil hope the forward can join training this week ahead of their opening match against Morocco. Brazil defeated Egypt 2-1 in a warm-up game last Saturday.

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The Brazilian Football Confederation announced on Thursday that Neymar will not join the squad for the friendly against Egypt.

Brazil forward Neymar has been diagnosed with a grade two calf injury that will sideline him for up to three weeks and could force him out of the 2026 World Cup squad.

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On Monday, June 15, 2026, the Brazil national team resumed training in Morristown, New Jersey, without Neymar, who continues recovering from a right calf injury.

Santos drew 2-2 with Chapecoense at Vila Belmiro on Saturday, with Neymar scoring both goals for the team on his return after the World Cup.

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A video call with coach Carlo Ancelotti has paved the way for Neymar to join Brazil's squad for the 2026 World Cup after the official announcement. The Santos forward accepted a reduced role in the team following the discussion.

Coach Lionel Scaloni spoke on Tuesday about Lionel Messi's muscle injury and the physical condition of several players ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

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Brazil opened its 2026 World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Morocco at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Saibari scored for the Moroccans and Vini Jr. equalized for Brazil.

 

 

 

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