Brazil winger Vinicius Jr has expressed excitement about reuniting with Neymar for the 2026 World Cup after the veteran forward received a call-up from coach Carlo Ancelotti.
Neymar, 34, was named in the Brazil squad last week, ending months of uncertainty. He had not played for the national team since suffering an ACL injury in a World Cup qualifier against Uruguay on October 17, 2023.
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With injuries to Rodrygo and Estêvão, the Brazilian national team faces uncertainties in attack ahead of the final squad announcement for the 2026 World Cup, set for Monday.
Neymar has been selected for Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad, his fourth appearance at the tournament. The Santos forward revealed he cried for several hours upon learning of his inclusion after a lengthy injury absence.
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After a 3-0 defeat to Coritiba, Neymar said his greatest wish is to play in the World Cup. The Santos forward spoke about it hours before Carlo Ancelotti's squad announcement.
Portugal has named its squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including veteran forward Cristiano Ronaldo for what could be his final opportunity at the tournament. The 41-year-old remains the team captain and a central figure under coach Roberto Martinez.
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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.
Panini confirmed on Friday the authenticity of the Spanish version of the 2026 World Cup album, sold in Europe without Neymar in the Brazil national team. The roster features Rodrygo and Estêvão despite recent injuries ruling them out of the tournament. In Brazil, the album launches on May 1.
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The Brazil national team begins final preparations for the 2026 World Cup on Wednesday under coach Carlo Ancelotti.