Carlo Ancelotti had hoped to welcome the veteran forward back into the national team setup for one final run at soccer’s biggest prize, but a fresh calf injury has now placed that dream in serious doubt.

Concern has rapidly spread through the national team camp after fresh developments surrounding the Santos forward’s physical condition created uncertainty just days before the tournament begins.

Concern has quickly taken over the national team camp after Santos forward Neymar suffered a fresh injury scare at the worst possible moment ahead of the tournament.

With Carlo Ancelotti preparing the Selecao for the tournament in North America, attention has quickly shifted toward the fitness of the country’s biggest star.

Carlo Ancelotti and Neymar are preparing to reunite on soccer’s biggest stage after months of uncertainty surrounding the Santos star’s international future.

Neymar had an exchange with an opposing fan during the match between Coritiba and Santos in Brazil, with the 2026 World Cup becoming the center of attention.

Neymar’s future with Brazil appears to have taken a major turn ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with growing reports suggesting Carlo Ancelotti is now preparing to include the Santos star in his final 26-man squad.

With the Santos star included in the preliminary squad, speculation continues to grow over whether the veteran forward will make the final 26-man roster for the tournament.

Neymar’s inclusion has revived hopes that one of the nation’s greatest players could appear at another World Cup, although questions still remain about whether the Santos attacker will survive the final selection process.

All eyes remain fixed on Santos as the situation continues to unfold, with Neymar and Robinho Jr. at the center of a controversy that has drawn widespread attention.

Santos will face Palmeiras this Saturday in the Brazilian Serie A, and Neymar will not be part of the squad.

Cuca confirmed that Neymar will not be part of Santos’ next match in the Brazilian Serie A.

With Lionel Messi already starring in the United States, speculation has naturally grown over whether the Brazilian icon could soon follow and create another chapter in their shared history.

In the middle of growing speculation, Ancelotti made his stance unmistakably clear regarding Neymar’s path back into the squad.

Reports now suggest Neymar could face a record-breaking suspension ranging from five to 12 matches, a development that could severely impact his World Cup ambitions.