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.
Brazil team doctor Rodrigo Lamar confirmed the injury following medical tests on May 27. An MRI showed the damage, and Neymar will be reassessed in two or three weeks while continuing treatment. He picked up the injury playing for Santos against Coritiba shortly before the May 18 squad announcement.
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The Brazilian Football Confederation announced on Thursday that Neymar will not join the squad for the friendly against Egypt.
Brazil have confirmed Neymar is making good progress in his recovery from a calf injury. The update follows an MRI scan on Monday.
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Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti selected Neymar for the World Cup 2026 despite recent injuries. The 34-year-old forward is recovering from a calf issue sustained in late May.
United States midfielder Johnny Cardoso will miss the 2026 World Cup after suffering an ankle injury that requires surgery. Atletico Madrid confirmed the news in a statement on Monday.
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PSG forward Ousmane Dembele is set to receive treatment for a right calf issue after limping off during a recent match. The injury comes just 12 days before the Champions League final against Arsenal.
Coach Carlo Ancelotti released the 26-player squad for the 2026 World Cup on Monday. Neymar of Santos was included after months of speculation over his fitness.
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Brazil defeated Japan 2-1 on Monday (29) in Houston, United States, and advanced to the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup.