Neymar undergoes calf tests as Brazil prepares for World Cup match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 11:16 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Neymar continues to face uncertainty regarding his participation in the World Cup after undergoing tests on his injured right calf. The Brazil forward did not join his teammates in training and visited a clinic instead. With Brazil set to play Haiti on Friday, Neymar has not participated in any full training sessions since May 17. Brazil's medical staff expressed hope for his fitness ahead of the knockout stages after a 1-1 draw against Morocco in their opener, prompting calls for more experienced playmakers on the field. Neymar was spotted on the sidelines before kickoff against Morocco, engaging with celebrities.
- •Neymar underwent tests on his injured right calf on June 15.
- •Brazil draws 1-1 against Morocco in their World Cup opener.
- •Next match is against Haiti on June 19 in Philadelphia.
- •Neymar has not trained fully since May 17.
- •Debate continues over his selection for the World Cup roster.
- 11:16 PMYahoo Sports — Neymar's World Cup doubts continue after Brazil forward has new tests on his injured right calf
"Doubts over Neymar's debut at the World Cup continued Monday after the Brazil forward underwent new tests on his injured right leg. There had been hope that Neymar could return to training on Monday, but the Santos player did not join his teammates and instead went to a clinic for the tests on his right calf. The Brazilian soccer confederation did not immediately reveal the results of the tests.
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