Neymar Jr.’s place in Brazil’s 2026 World Cup squad is now hanging by a thread, with fresh reports from CNN Brazil suggesting the star forward may be left out entirely. According to the report, a combination of coach Carlo Ancelotti’s tactical plans and growing dissatisfaction within the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has pushed Neymar to the brink of exclusion.
Ancelotti reportedly attended the Santos-Mirassol match to assess Neymar’s fitness and form firsthand. But not only did Neymar skip the match, he also failed to appear at the stadium or meet the coach a move CBF officials interpreted as a clear sign of disrespect toward both the coach and the federation.
After a long injury spell, Neymar has been out of competitive football for months, and Brazil’s coaching staff is increasingly concerned about his physical readiness. Analysts say he currently lacks the pace, stamina and physical sharpness required for top‑level international football.
Tensions escalated further after Neymar publicly reacted to being left out of the recent friendly squad. CBF insiders believe he is attempting to use his massive media influence and fanbase to pressure the coaching staff behaviour they view as harmful to team discipline.
With strategic planning for the 2026 World Cup already underway, Neymar’s future in the Seleção has become one of the biggest uncertainties in Brazilian football. Whether he can reclaim his place now depends on fitness, form and a rapidly deteriorating relationship with the federation.
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