League: FIFA World Cup Sport: Soccer Country: Global Category: Scores & Results

Carlo Ancelotti declares Neymar will play for Brazil against Scotland

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 3:49 AM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Carlo Ancelotti declares Neymar will play for Brazil against Scotland

Summary

Brazil’s head coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed that Neymar will be available for the team's final Group C match against Scotland on June 24. The declaration follows Brazil's 3-0 victory over Haiti in which Matheus Cunha scored twice and Vinicius Jr. added another goal. Neymar has missed the tournament so far due to a calf injury but is expected to return to training soon. Brazil currently sits atop Group C alongside Morocco with four points each after two matches.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

Status Watch

•Neymar has not played in the tournament due to injury.
•Brazil beat Haiti 3-0, securing four points in Group C.
•Matheus Cunha scored twice in the match against Haiti.
•Brazil shares the top of Group C with Morocco.
•Neymar will begin individual training before rejoining the team.

Latest Updates

3:49 AMYahoo Sports — Brazil’s Carlo Ancelotti makes bold Neymar declaration ahead of next World Cup game

What they're saying

"
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…
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Inter Miami Barcelona FIFA World Cup Soccer