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Neymar unavailable for Brazil's World Cup match against Haiti

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 6:26 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Neymar unavailable for Brazil's World Cup match against Haiti

Summary

Neymar will not participate in Brazil's second FIFA World Cup match against Haiti due to a right calf injury sustained in May. The Brazilian Football Confederation confirmed he is focusing on his rehabilitation process in New Jersey. Despite returning to practice briefly with teammates, his status for subsequent matches remains uncertain. Brazil, coming off a 1-1 draw against Morocco, faces pressure in the tournament but aims for a crucial win against Haiti on June 19 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.

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Status Watch

•Neymar continues recovery from a calf injury.
•Brazil plays Haiti on June 19 in Philadelphia.
•Brazil drew 1-1 in their World Cup opener against Morocco.
•Neymar last appeared for Brazil in 2023.
•Status for future matches remains unclear.

Latest Updates

6:26 PMYahoo Sports — Neymar to miss Brazil’s second World Cup game as he works towards ‘final phase of his recovery’

What they're saying

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Neymar will miss Brazil's second FIFA World Cup game of the summer against Haiti as he continues to rehab following a calf injury picked up while with Santos back in May
— Yahoo Sports

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