Brazil gets Neymar injury update
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Brazil President Lula joked that Neymar is the national team's first "work-from-home" player as the injured star continues his recovery and pushes to return for Brazil's World Cup match against Scotland.
Carlo Ancelotti faced backlash for adding Neymar to Brazil's World Cup lineup, despite his inconsistent form and extensive injury history, which is quite evident, as the 34-year-old Santos forward has yet to play in this year's quadrennial tournament due to a nagging calf injury.
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said after Friday's victory over Haiti that Neymar is expected to return from a right calf injury to play in the World Cup group finale against Scotland.
