Neymar's Setback Before World Cup 2026
The Brazilian forward Neymar has once again raised alarms within the national team's camp after suffering a muscle injury to his right calf, putting his participation in Brazil's World Cup 2026 opener against Morocco in serious jeopardy. Medical staff from the 'Canarinha' reported that Neymar has sustained a grade two injury, which involves a minor muscle tear that will require a recovery period of two to three weeks, according to initial diagnoses.
Team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar explained that Neymar is currently undergoing intensive treatment and will be evaluated on a daily basis. However, the timeline is unfavorable, as Brazil's first match in the World Cup is scheduled for June 13. This injury comes at a critical juncture as head coach Carlo Ancelotti was finalizing details for the starting eleven. At 34 years old, Neymar was one of the most anticipated names on the roster following his return to the national team after a lengthy absence.
In addition to the World Cup opener, Neymar will also miss friendly matches against Panama and Egypt, further diminishing his chances of being in optimal condition for the tournament's first game. Within the Brazilian national team environment, there is a sense of caution, although a potential return for the group stage is not ruled out if his recovery progresses better than expected. For now, however, his participation against Morocco is completely off the table.
As reported by marruecom.com.
