Neymar is not expected to return for Brazil until the knockout stages according to reports in Brazil.

Neymar’s inclusion in Brazil’s World Cup squad was a hot topic long before Carlo Ancelotti finalised his selections. The Italian had not called up Neymar in the build-up to the tournament, which only made the decision more divisive when it came.

It is unquestioned that Neymar is one of the most famous football players in the world and of all time. The Brazilian star has been very popular since his teenage years, when he played for Santos FC in Brazil.

Neymar Jr.’s powerful FIFA World Cup 2026 quote, “There’s no pressure when you’re fulfilling a dream,” is resonating far beyond football and offering a deeper message about expectations, passion and chasing dreams despite criticism.

Brazil’s opener against Morocco will naturally bring fresh debate about Neymar’s role, fitness and tournament management. But the sharper football question is whether Vinícius Júnior can lead Brazil’s attack against one of the most organized,

The longing in Brazil for a sixth World Cup title is huge, but the reality looks sobering. If you ask Bayern legend Giovane Elber, the Seleção will not play a major role at the World Cup in the

Neymar is grinding through intense gym sessions at Brazil's US training camp, drawing Rocky Balboa comparisons as he recovers from a calf strain ahead of

Neymar is in Brazil’s World Cup squad, but that has not ended the debate around his place in Carlo Ancelotti’s plans. With fitness still a concern before Brazil open against Morocco, the issue is now less about whether he belongs in the tournament and more about how,