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Carlo Ancelotti Continues to Build Brazil in His Image with Match Against Chile – and Does so without Neymar
Coach Carlo Ancelotti cited a technical decision and intense competition among 70 candidates for Brazil's squad, omitting Neymar and other stars during World Cup preparations.
- Carlo Ancelotti leads Brazil as they prepare to face Chile on September 5, 2025, at Maracana in Rio de Janeiro without Neymar in the squad.
- Ancelotti excluded Neymar for a technical decision, citing a minor injury and system fit, while Neymar denies fitness issues and respects the coach's opinion.
- At 33 years old, Neymar recently completed the entire match for Santos in a goalless game against Fluminense, having previously missed some fixtures to rest and manage minor discomfort.
- Ancelotti emphasized daily evaluation of physical fitness and team compatibility from around 70 contenders to build a strong World Cup squad.
- Brazil remains focused on preparing for the 2026 World Cup, aiming to improve after past struggles and shaping a renewed team 24 years after their last title.
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The absence of Neymar in Brazil's call for the match against Chile is due to a purely technical decision by coach Carlo Ancelotti, and not to a physical injury or problem.The three main reasons that explain why the Brazilian star will not be present in the Maracana stadium are the three main reasons 1.It is a "Technical Decision" of the TrainerThe DT itself, Carlo Ancelotti, confirmed in a press conference that Neymar's exclusion is a "technical…
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