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Neymar shows positive recovery for Brazil's opener against Morocco

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 8:10 AM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

Neymar shows positive recovery for Brazil's opener against Morocco

Summary

Brazil's Neymar is progressing well after a calf injury raised doubts about his availability for the World Cup opener against Morocco. An MRI scan conducted on Monday indicated good progress in his recovery process. With the World Cup starting in two days, Brazil is hopeful he will contribute to coach Carlo Ancelotti's squad. The team aims to build momentum as the tournament approaches.

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•Neymar underwent an MRI scan showing good recovery progress.
•Injury had put his participation in the World Cup opener in doubt.
•Brazil prepares to face Morocco in the tournament's opening match.
•The World Cup kicks off in two days.

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Latest news as World Cup countdown continues Player guide | Bracketology | Wallchart | Mail Tom Morning (BST) everyone. Two days to go, and the excitement/tension/hype is mounting. We’ll be across as much of it as possible, as the countdown continues. While Europe may have been sleeping, there’s been more friendly action and fitness news, starting with the revelation that Neymar is “recovering well” from the calf injury that had made him a doubt for Brazil’s opener against Morocco. Brazil’s all-time record scorer underwent an MRI scan on Monday, Reuters reports, which showed he is “making good progress in his treatment” amid hopes that he will be able to play a part for Carlo Ancelotti’s side. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Tom Davies (now); Rob Smyth (later)

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