Ancelotti rules out Neymar for Brazil's second World Cup group-stage match due to injury concerns
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Suvojit Banerjee
Summary
Brazil entered the 2026 World Cup with high expectations under new manager Carlo Ancelotti. However, preparations have been complicated by Neymar's ongoing injury struggles. Ancelotti has decided against risking the veteran forward for Brazil's second group-stage match, as Neymar's fitness problems over recent years have sparked debate across Brazil about his inclusion in the squad.
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Twitter / XAncelotti rules out Neymar for Brazil's second World Cup group-stage match due to injury concernstransfernewslive.comKey quotes
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One of the biggest involved Neymar, whose recent injury record sparked debate across Brazil.
The veteran forward has struggled with fitness problems over the last few years.
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