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Ancelotti gives Neymar one last chance to be at the World Cup
Neymar has not been completely ruled out of the Brazil squad, according to the latest comments from Carlo Ancelotti. The Brazilian star will be on the pre-list for the Brazilian national team, according to the Italian coach, who is reluctant to make a definitive decision on the Santos striker, knowing the influence he has in the group and how important his presence is for the fans.In recent call-ups, he has left out Neymar, who has already shown his displeasure with his current situation. Some have supported him, others have preferred to remain silent and a few have dared to side with Ancelotti, who seems to be having second thoughts. In his latest interview with L'Equipe, the former Real Madrid coach gave hope to Neymar.Ancelotti gives hope to Neymar: "He's on the right track""No, it doesn't bother me. Neymar has made and continues to make history in Brazilian football. He is a great talent and it is normal for people to think that he can help us win the next World Cup. He is currently being evaluated by the CBF and by me, and he still has two months to prove that he has the qualities to play in the next World Cup," he explained."I don't know if since the 2022 World Cup he has been 100% physically, but he is capable of being so again. I have said it many times and it is very clear: I am going to call up players who are physically fit. After his knee injury, Neymar came back well and scored goals. He must continue like this and improve his condition. He is on the right track," he said.Now it all depends on Neymar, who will have to convince Ancelotti in the coming weeks that he is physically fit to be, at 34 years of age, in the final list. The Italian also confessed where he could fit in with the Canarinha, "more centrally, closer to the opponent's goal, as he currently plays for Santos," he explainedHappy with EndrickAncelotti also assessed Endrick's options after leaving Real Madrid in search of minutes at Lyon so as not to miss the boat for the World Cup, listening to the Italian's advice. "Yes, I spoke to him on the phone before he was loaned to Lyon. It's good what he's doing there. Like all the players, he is watched and evaluated by our committee. He started well in Lyon and we hope he continues like that," he said.
World Cup boost for Neymar as Carlo Ancelotti hints he WOULD be willing ...
Getty Images SportApr 11, 2026 20:02+05:30The debate surrounding Neymar’s place in the Brazilian national team has intensified as the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico draws closer. Neymar has been handed a significant lifeline regarding his international future as Carlo Ancelotti opened the door for a potential World Cup return. Despite missing out on recent call-ups, the forward remains firmly in the thoughts of the Selecao coaching staff ahead of the tournament.Ancelotti keeps the door openNeymar has continued to contend with injury problems since returning from his ACL rupture and missed the opening 10 matches of the campaign following arthroscopy surgery on his left knee in December. He subsequently returned to play, but was left out of the Santos squad several times due to fitness concerns and suspension. However, Ancelotti has clarified that the door remains open for the country's all-time leading goalscorer. Speaking to L’Equipe, the Italian tactician acknowledged Neymar's stature while outlining exactly what the former Barcelona and PSG man needs to do to book his ticket to North America.Getty Images SportThe physical fitness ultimatumAncelotti has made it clear that while talent is never in question, physical readiness is the absolute priority for his squad selection. The manager highlighted that there will be no special treatment for big names if they cannot meet the rigorous demands of a major tournament. “Neymar is capable of coming back. I have said it several times, and it is very clear: I will only call up players who are physically ready," Ancelotti said firmly. “After his knee injury (in December), Neymar has recovered well; he is scoring goals. He needs to keep moving in that direction and improve his fitness. He is on the right path."A legend under assessmentWith 79 goals in 128 matches, Neymar remains a foundational figure in the history of the Selecao, and Ancelotti is well aware of the public desire to see the forward have one last crack at winning the trophy that has eluded him throughout his career. “Neymar is part of, and continues to be part of, the history of Brazilian football. He is very talented, and it is natural that people believe he can help us win the next World Cup. Right now, he is being assessed by the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), by myself, and he still has two months to show that he has the qualities needed to play in the next World Cup,” the manager explained.ENJOYED THIS STORY?Add G...
Neymar must prove fitness to earn Ancelotti's nod for World Cup
LONDON: Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has left open the possibility of Neymar earning a place in his 26-man squad for this year's World Cup, saying the forward has two months to prove he has the required qualities.
Neymar has two months to show he is ready for World Cup, says Ancelotti
April 11 - Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has left open the possibility of Neymar earning a place in his 26‑man squad for this year's World Cup, saying the forward has two months to prove he has ...
