Brazil, Neymar and World Cup
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Neymar Jr.’s 2026 World Cup participation has been thrown into doubt after Brazil’s medical team confirmed a grade-two calf injury requiring up to three weeks of recovery. The setback has disrupted Brazil’s preparations under Carlo Ancelotti,
Brazilian star Neymar is very likely to miss Brazil's World Cup-opening match against Morocco on June 13 after suffering a calf injury.
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Neymar's FIFA World Cup fairytale in threat, set to miss Brazil's opener
Neymar has been ruled out of Brazil's next two friendlies after a grade two calf strain. The setback leaves his World Cup opener against Morocco in doubt and deepens Carlo Ancelotti's selection problem.