Neymar keeps Brazil anxious, could be ready for the second match at the World Cup

2026-06-09 14:13:28Sport SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX

Neymar is still keeping the Brazilian national team in suspense. The 34-year-old's physical condition is still to be repaired, however, the Brazilian Football Federation has announced that the striker is responding positively to the treatment of the injury.

Recent medical examinations have confirmed satisfactory progress in the Santos player's recovery from a second-degree muscle tear in the calf of his right leg.

The scanner showed that the recovery process is progressing according to the plan drawn up by the medical staff.

The federation explained that Neymar will continue his rehabilitation and physical training program in the coming days, with the aim of fully recovering his form before returning to the game.

Meanwhile, Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has admitted that he hopes to have Neymar at least in training sessions this week.

However, he has not given any guarantees about the Brazilian star's activation in the opening match of the tournament.

Currently, Neymar's participation in the match against Morocco seems difficult, as the technical and medical staff do not want to take risks with one of the team's most important players.

The final decision is expected to be made after the final physical assessments in the days before the match.

Neymar's return remains one of the most talked-about topics in the Brazilian camp, with fans hoping to see the number 10 on the pitch as soon as possible during the Selecao's journey to the World Cup.


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