Neymar Jr.’s availability has been anticipated since the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. for Brazil in the group stage.
Neymar, 34, who is playing in his fourth World Cup, has been sidelined since suffering a calf injury to his right leg while playing for Santos on May 17 in Brazil.
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He missed Brazil’s opening match (1-1 draw against Morocco) and the 3-0 win over Haiti last week.
There has been a positive development since Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed that Neymar will be fit to feature in the final Group C match against Scotland at the Miami Gardens on Wednesday.
“Neymar is available,” Ancelotti told reporters on Tuesday. «He has been working this week and can be available for the match. We are very happy that he is back because obviously he can help the team with his quality.»
However, the Italian warned that Neymar should not enter the field.
«I got to know him really well. He worked very seriously and tried to recover as quickly as possible.»
«I am very happy with him. Even though he is not playing, he brings experience, he brings knowledge of the game, he helps the younger players. He is doing very well.»
Published on June 25, 2026
