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Hendry ready to face Neymar as Brazil meets Scotland

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 8:36 PM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Hendry ready to face Neymar as Brazil meets Scotland

Summary

Jack Hendry anticipates facing Neymar when Brazil plays Scotland on Wednesday in Miami. Neymar, who has recovered from a calf injury, aims to make his first World Cup appearance this tournament. Hendry, who faced Neymar previously while at Club Brugge, expresses confidence in the challenge and looks forward to the competitive matchup.

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•Hendry aims to disrupt Brazil's history in the World Cup.
•Neymar has scored 79 goals for Brazil in 128 matches.
•The match is set for Wednesday in Miami.
•Hendry has faced Neymar previously in the Champions League.
•Carlo Ancelotti confirmed Neymar is fit to play.

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8:36 PMYahoo Sports — Bring on Neymar - Hendry relishing prospect of facing Brazil

What they're saying

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Jack Hendry says he'll "look forward to" coming up against Neymar should Brazil's superstar forward make his first appearance of this World Cup on Wednesday - and the Scotland centre-half believes his previous experience of playing against him will stand him in good stead. The Santos 34-year-old, who has scored 79 goals in 128 appearances for Brazil, has not played for the five-time champions at this tournament due to the calf injury, but head coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed he is fit to play against Scotland in Miami on Wednesday. Hendry also faced Neymar while he was playing for Club Brugge in season.
— Yahoo Sports

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