World Cup 2026: Neymar makes his grand return to the Seleção! (Official)

World 07 March 2025 at 11:42

Amine Jomni

News Editor

It's now official, Neymar Jr is back in the Seleção jersey! As he gains momentum since his return to Santos, the Brazilian captain has been called up by Dorival Jr for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Colombia (March 21) and Argentina (March 26).

An announcement that delights fans, even though the coach was keen to temper the general excitement.

A highly anticipated return, but with caution

When asked about the comeback of the former PSG and Barça star, Dorival Jr chose to remain cautious: “We all know what Neymar represents, but he is still in the recovery phase. We must be aware of this. However, his talent and experience are valuable assets that can make a difference in a match.”

The Brazilian coach emphasizes the importance of not putting too much pressure on his number 10: “Let's not place all expectations on him. This return is good news, but the key is to find stability and consistency in these two crucial matches.”

A message of caution that should not prevent the euphoria of Brazilian fans, eager to see their genius back in action.