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Brazil updates on Neymar's injury, Ancelotti makes roster changes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 8:44 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Brazil updates on Neymar's injury, Ancelotti makes roster changes

Summary

The Brazilian Football Confederation reported progress in Neymar's calf rehabilitation as the FIFA World Cup approaches. The 34-year-old hasn't played since October 2023 and remains in recovery, with expectations to join the national team. Coach Carlo Ancelotti called up Éderson to replace injured full back Wesley, who has a muscle issue in his left thigh. Brazil's first match in Group C is against Morocco this Saturday at MetLife Stadium.

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Status Watch

•Neymar's MRI indicates good progress in his rehabilitation.
•Wesley withdraws from the squad due to a thigh injury.
•Éderson is called up to replace Wesley for the World Cup.
•Brazil faces Morocco in their World Cup opener on Saturday.

Latest Updates

8:44 PMYahoo Sports — Brazil provide Neymar MRI update as Carlo Ancelotti forced to make injury change

What they're saying

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The Brazilian Football Confederation has given an update on Neymar's ongoing calf rehabilitation following a recent MRI, with the FIFA World Cup set to kick off this week
— Yahoo Sports

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