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Neymar sets careful Santos match management strategy with seven games to convince Carlo Ancelotti and secure 2026 World Cup call-up

His recent exclusion from friendlies against France and Croatia raised questions, but the forward has made it clear that he remains committed to proving his fitness. The spotlight is on Neymar as he navigates a crucial period at Santos while hoping to secure a spot for Brazil at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Why Isn't Neymar Jr. Playing Tonight for Brazil vs France?

Neymar Jr. is not part of the Brazil squad for the friendly match against France.

Is Neymar's World Cup dream already over? Carlo Ancelotti can't afford to take huge risk on unreliable Santos superstar

Neymar found himself back in headlines across Europe last week after he was brought up as a topic of debate on The Overlap. Gary Neville introduced a new 'Unpopular Opinions' segment, and kicked it off with the following statement: "No Premier League player in history is better than a prime Neymar.
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"Neymar with one leg should be walking into this team", "What a disgrace" - Fans react as Brazil lose 2-1 against 10-man France

Brazil fans online demanded the return of Neymar Jr in the national team after their 2-1 loss to France, despite Les Bleus being down to 10-men. The Selecao's loss came in their penultimate official friendly clash ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

No Neymar for Brazil's last friendlies before Ancelotti names his World Cup squad

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Neymar was left out of Brazil's friendlies in the United States this month. The 34-year-old former captain has struggled to be fit since he tore his ACL in October 2023. Brazil will play France in Boston on March 26 and Croatia in Orlando four days later.

Rio Ferdinand insists 'Neymar could do things Cristiano Ronaldo & Lionel Messi couldn't' as he disagrees with Wayne Rooney's 'not top player' assessment

Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has waded into the debate surrounding Neymar's legacy, directly challenging former team-mate Wayne Rooney's recent suggestion that the Brazilian was never a "top,
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Vinicius warns Carlo Ancelotti with firm eight-word stand over Neymar decision with 2026 World Cup clock ticking

The debate surrounding Neymar’s future continues to dominate Brazil’s World Cup preparations, and Carlo Ancelotti’s recent decision not to include the Santos forward in the March friendlies has only increased the scrutiny.

Neymar left off Brazil's friendly squad as World Cup hopes fade

Neymar’s World Cup prospects dwindled Monday when Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti omitted him from the squad for a pair of friendlies in the United States.

Neymar’s path to the World Cup with Brazil narrows after subdued performance for Santos

Neymar’s troubled path to the upcoming World Cup has narrowed further after his subdued performance for Santos in a 1-1 home draw against rival Corinthians in a Brazilian league match.

Romario’s ruthless reaction to Carlo Ancelotti dropping Neymar is going viral

Romario has delivered a blunt response to Carlo Ancelotti’s decision to leave Neymar out, insisting Brazil cannot afford to overlook its biggest star ahead of the World Cup. The comments come as debate intensifies over Neymar’s fitness and whether he should be included despite recent injury concerns.