Coach Carlo Ancelotti Details Neymar's Path to Brazil's 2026 FIFA World Cup Squad

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Ancelotti reveals Neymar's path to FIFA World Cup 2026 squad

Neymar, who hopes to play for Brazil in the FIFA World Cup 2026, was not selected in the squad for the upcoming friendlies. Image: Reuters

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Firstpost•17-03-2026, 14:46

Ancelotti reveals Neymar's path to FIFA World Cup 2026 squad

•Neymar is currently excluded from Brazil's squad for upcoming friendlies due to fitness and injury concerns.
•Coach Carlo Ancelotti stated Neymar must be 100% fit to be considered for the FIFA World Cup 2026 squad.
•Ancelotti emphasized that Neymar's current exclusion is based on physical evaluation, not technical skill.
•Neymar has played only four matches this year due to knee surgery and muscle strain, impacting his fitness.
•The coach confirmed the door is not closed for Neymar, but his return is conditional on regaining full physical condition.

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