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Neymar picked in Brazil squad for 2026 World Cup but João Pedro misses out

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  • Carlo Ancelotti praises ‘improved fitness’ of Santos player

  • Vinícius Júnior, Rayan and Igor Thiago also selected

Neymar will make his fourth World Cup appearance after Brazil named him to their 26-man squad on Monday. The decision was not a guarantee as questions surrounded Neymar’s fitness since his anterior cruciate ligament tear more than two years ago.

The Brazil coach, Carlo Ancelotti said, that Neymar “has improved his fitness” after the squad announcement at a gala in Rio de Janeiro. “He will be an important player in this World Cup.”

Continue reading…Carlo Ancelotti praises ‘improved fitness’ of Santos playerVinícius Júnior, Rayan and Igor Thiago also selectedNeymar will make his fourth World Cup appearance after Brazil named him to their 26-man squad on Monday. The decision was not a guarantee as questions surrounded Neymar’s fitness since his anterior cruciate ligament tear more than two years ago.The Brazil coach, Carlo Ancelotti said, that Neymar “has improved his fitness” after the squad announcement at a gala in Rio de Janeiro. “He will be an important player in this World Cup.” Continue reading…