Neymar Calf Scare Turns Brazil's World Cup Camp Into Waiting Room
Brazil’s staff will use specialized training for Neymar, who has 79 international goals, as they try to keep him ready for the World Cup.
- On Wednesday, May 27, forward Neymar missed Brazil's training session to undergo medical tests for a right calf injury, with his squad place now uncertain as the injury became the dominant storyline of the camp.
- Manager Carlo Ancelotti recalled the 34-year-old to the 26-man squad despite his lengthy absence since suffering an ACL injury in October 2023, generating widespread excitement after he had not featured in the Italian's plans.
- Brazil's all-time leading scorer with 79 goals in 128 appearances, the Santos forward is set to wear the No. 10 shirt while dismissing concerns by telling reporters, 'What problem?' regarding his calf.
- Reports indicate swelling in Neymar's calf is 'not minor,' making him unlikely to feature in warm-up matches against Panama on May 31 and Egypt on June 5 as Brazil's medical staff manages his recovery.
- Brazil begins their 2026 World Cup campaign in Group C against Morocco on June 13 in New Jersey, aiming for a record-extending sixth title while also facing Haiti and Scotland in the tournament.
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According to Brazilian outlet ge.globo, Neymar will be out for two to three weeks with a serious calf injury, and his participation in Brazil's opening World Cup match against Morocco on June 14 remains in doubt. Brazil national team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar confirmed that Neymar has suffered a second-degree calf injury, contradicting a statement from Santos, who had initially reported only mild swelling. The 34-year-old will miss the upcoming frie…
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Neymar calf scare turns Brazil's World Cup camp into waiting room
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