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Steve Clarke warns Scotland of Neymar's potential impact against Brazil

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 8:28 PM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Steve Clarke warns Scotland of Neymar's potential impact against Brazil

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Scotland manager Steve Clarke cautioned his team about the threat posed by Brazil's Neymar, who is set to return from injury. The two teams are facing off in Miami on Wednesday in the Group C finale of the World Cup. Clarke acknowledged Neymar's superstar status and the challenge Brazil presents, emphasizing that even a limited appearance from Neymar could be significant. The match has implications for both teams as they vie for progression in the tournament.

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•Neymar expected to play in World Cup Group C finale
•Scotland faces Brazil on Wednesday in Miami
•Steve Clarke highlights Neymar's impact as a key player
•Match pivotal for both teams' World Cup progression
•Neymar's return marks significant moment for Brazil

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8:28 PMThe Guardian Sport — Steve Clarke warns Scotland of threat posed by returning Brazil ‘icon’ Neymar

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Forward expected to return from injury in Group C finale ‘His qualities are without question … he’s a superstar’ Steve Clarke believes Scotland must be prepared for the threat provided by the “icon” Neymar in Miami on Wednesday. Neymar is expected to make his bow for Brazil in this World Cup after returning from injury as Group C reaches its climax. “His qualities are without question,” Scotland’s manager said. “He’s one of the superstars of the modern era. We can expect a very dangerous opponent but I could go on about Brazil and so many dangerous opponents. Neymar is just one of them; even coming from the bench he would give them a lift because he is such an icon. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Ewan Murray in Miami

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The Guardian SportJun 23, 2026, 8:28 PM
Steve Clarke warns Scotland of threat posed by returning Brazil ‘icon’ Neymar
Forward expected to return from injury in Group C finale ‘His qualities are without question … he’s a superstar’ Steve Clarke believes Scotland must be prepared for the threat provided by the “icon” Neymar in Miami on Wednesday. Neymar is expected to make his bow for Brazil in this World Cup after returning from injury as Group C reaches its climax. “His qualities are without question,” Scotland’s manager said. “He’s one of the superstars of the modern era. We can expect a very dangerous opponent but I could go on about Brazil and so many dangerous opponents. Neymar is just one of them; even coming from the bench he would give them a lift because he is such an icon. Continue reading...

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