After the star forward was absent from Santos’ recent match against Mirassol, speculation quickly spread about whether the Brazilian icon had suffered another injury at a crucial moment in his battle for a 2026 FIFA World Cup spot in Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil squad.

While Neymar Jr.’s performances continue to impress at Santos, his comeback with Brazil is surrounded by several doubts due to his absence in the latest game. In light of this, Thiago Silva has expressed strong support for the 34-year-old star's spot in the 2026 World Cup.

After missing Santos' game against Mirassol FC with Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti in the attendance, Neymar broke the silence dismissing the reports over a new injury: "Nothing is going on."

With his decision to rest for the next Santos game, Neymar has reportedly put his return to Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil national team in danger.

After his surgery, Neymar Jr. appears to be close to his best physical form at Santos, scoring two goals and providing one assist in three games. Given this, the veteran could be close to returning to Brazil, as Carlo Ancelotti is reportedly making a decision ahead of the upcoming friendly games.

After winning the Champions League last season, PSG star Vitinha addressed the key difference between the current squad and the team when the attacking trio of Lionel Messi, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappé were still part of it.

Rodrygo's serious ACL injury has reportedly opened the door for Neymar to make his return to the Brazil national team under head coach Carlo Ancelotti for the March international window.

Rodrygo will miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Brazil, and his teammates Neymar and Vinicius sent messages of encouragement to him.

With only a few months left before the 2026 World Cup begins, Neymar Jr. seems somewhat distant from Brazil’s final call-up before the tournament. Amid doubts about his presence, Rodrygo Goes offered unconditional support for the 34-year-old veteran, delivering strong statements.

Neymar is currently not among the players Carlo Ancelotti plans to take to the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Brazil.

Neymar was involved in a heated exchange with a Vasco da Gama player during Santos’ 2-1 victory.

After scoring his first goal in 2026 with Santos since his return from injury, Neymar paid a tribute to his teammate in the national team Vinicius Junior.

As the countdown to the 2026 World Cup accelerates, speculation has intensified over whether the Selecao’s all-time leading scorer will return to the international stage this March.

Vinicius surpassed Neymar in an impressive milestone in the UEFA Champions League.

A former Brazil national team player criticized Neymar over his recent performances with Santos.