Brazil: Carlo Ancelotti shares update on Neymar

Just days before the 2026 World Cup, Neymar is sidelined with a calf injury. Carlo Ancelotti has provided an update.

Neymar is already almost ruled out for Brazil’s opening 2026 World Cup clash against Morocco. Already in the United States, Carlo Ancelotti gave an update on his star player to the media gathered in New Jersey.

"He’s making good progress, he’s doing well, we’re not rushing things," said the Canarinha manager. Sidelined for the friendly against Egypt and set to miss the World Cup opener versus Morocco, Neymar could be available for the group stage second match against Haiti.

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