Neymar recalled for Brazil's World Cup campaign despite three-year hiatus
Neymar has been recalled to Brazil's FIFA World Cup squad after a three-year absence from international play. Manager Carlo Ancelotti confirmed that Neymar's inclusion is based on his recent fitness and performance improvements. Brazil will begin their World Cup campaign against Morocco on June 13 in New Jersey.
- ▪Neymar has not played for Brazil since 2023 due to injuries.
- ▪The squad includes familiar faces from the qualifying campaign, with Neymar expected to play a key role.
- ▪Chelsea striker João Pedro was notably omitted from the final squad.
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Neymar included in Brazil's FIFA World Cup squad despite three-year international hiatusTopic:SoccerTue 19 May 2026 at 11:01amTue 19 May 2026 at 11:01amTue 19 May 2026 at 11:01amNeymar has been included in Brazil's FIFA World Cup squad despite not playing at the international level since 2023. (Getty Images: Hector Vivas/FIFA)In short: Neymar has been included in Brazil's FIFA World Cup squad despite not playing at the international level since 2023.Chelsea striker João Pedro was one of the surprise omissions from Carlo Ancelotti's squad.What's next? Brazil will open its World Cup campaign against Morocco on June 13 in New Jersey.abc.net.au/news/neymar-included-brazil-fifa-world-cup-squad-ancelotti/106695956Link copiedShareShare articleNeymar has been named in Brazil's squad for next…
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