Neymar is going to the World Cup: Why did Brazil name him in the squad?
Neymar Jr. has been named in Brazil's squad for the upcoming World Cup, marking his return after a lengthy absence due to injuries. Coach Carlo Ancelotti cited improvements in Neymar's fitness as a key reason for his selection, despite concerns over his physical condition. The announcement was met with excitement from fans and players, highlighting Neymar's enduring popularity in Brazilian football.
- ▪Neymar has not played for the national team since October 2023 due to injuries.
- ▪His selection was controversial due to doubts about his fitness and performance.
- ▪Fans celebrated his inclusion, indicating his significant status in Brazilian football.
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| Original publisher | Al Jazeera English |
| Canonical URL | https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/5/19/fifa-world-cup-2026-all-to-know-about-neymar-surprise-brazil-selection-ancelotti?traffic_source=rss |
| Publication time | Tue, 19 May 2026 15:29:53 +0000 |
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EXPLAINERSport|FootballNeymar is going to the World Cup: Why did Brazil name him in the squad?The oft-injured superstar hasn’t played for the national team since 2023, but he’s back in the squad before World Cup 2026.ListenListen (5 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoNeymar returns to Brazil's football squad for the first time since October 2023 [Ricardo Moraes/Reuters]By Manasi PathakPublished On 19 May 202619 May 2026When coach Carlo Ancelotti read aloud the list of players who made the cut to Brazil’s World Cup squad, one name earned the loudest cheers: Neymar Jr.After months of sweating over his fitness, the 34-year-old forward breathed a sigh of relief as he earned a place in Brazil’s 26-man…
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