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Brazil World Cup Squad: Ancelotti Explains Neymar's Inclusion, Pedro Reacts to Snub

Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has explained his decision to recall Neymar to the World Cup squad, while Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has reacted to his surprise omission, vowing to support the team as a fan.

18 May, 14:58 — 19 May, 09:05
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BBCHigh47d ago

Neymar included in Brazil's 26-man World Cup squad

Forward Neymar is included in head coach Carlo Ancelotti's 26-man Brazil squad for this summer's World Cup.

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The GuardianMostly Factual47d ago

Neymar picked in Brazil squad for 2026 World Cup but João Pedro misses out

Carlo Ancelotti praises ‘improved fitness’ of Santos player Vinícius Júnior, Rayan and Igor Thiago also selected Neymar will make his fourth World Cup appearance after Brazil named him to their 26-man squad on Monday. The decision was not a guarantee as questions surrounded Neymar’s fitness since his anterior cruciate ligament tear more than two years ago. The Brazil coach, Carlo Ancelotti said, that Neymar “has improved his fitness” after the squad announcement at a gala in Rio de Janeiro....

By Reuters

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual47d ago

Brazil call up Neymar to World Cup 2026 squad

Brazil's all-time leading scorer Neymar called up for World Cup 2026 as Carlo Ancelotti turns to forward for first time.

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Fox NewsMixed47d ago

Croatia Announces World Cup Roster, Luka Modrić Earns Spot In Fifth Tournament

Luka Modrić is set to play in his fifth World Cup, as Croatia's squad has been announced.

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abc-australiaHigh47d ago

Neymar recalled for Brazil's World Cup campaign despite three-year hiatus

Carlo Ancelotti includes Brazil's all-time leading goalscorer in his first FIFA World Cup squad.

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The IndependentMostly Factual47d ago

Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti explains why he picked Neymar in his World Cup squad

Neymar is set to play in his fourth World Cup this summer after being recalled by Carlo Ancelotti

By Press Association Sport Reporters

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YahooMostly Factual47d ago

Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti explains why he picked Neymar in his World Cup squad

Neymar is set to play in his fourth World Cup this summer after being recalled by Carlo Ancelotti

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straits-timesMostly Factual47d ago

Coach Dick Advocaat names unchanged Curacao squad for island nation’s World Cup debut - The Straits Times

Coach Dick Advocaat names unchanged Curacao squad for island nation’s World Cup debut  The Straits Times

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Korea HeraldMostly Factual47d ago

Neymar picked for Brazil's World Cup squad despite doubts on fitness

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) -- Neymar made Brazil's World Cup squad on Monday, a selection many local analysts and former footballers deemed unlikely only days ago. The striker will appear at his fourth World Cup. The 34-year-old Neymar is Brazil's all-time top goal-scorer with 79 but has struggled to return to top fitness since he tore his left ACL in October 2023. He's played eight matches for Santos this year with four goals and two assists. "He has improved his fitness, he will be an important playe

By The Korea Herald

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channel-news-asiaMostly Factual47d ago

Neymar included in Brazil's World Cup squad after injury struggles

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punch-ngMostly Factual47d ago

Neymar back in Brazil squad for fourth World Cup

Neymar makes a surprise return to the Brazil squad for his fourth World Cup. See the full 26-man roster named by coach Carlo Ancelotti for the tournament. Read More: https://punchng.com/neymar-back-in-brazil-squad-for-fourth-world-cup/

By Punch Newspapers

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vanguard-ngMixed47d ago

Neymar included in Brazil World Cup squad

The inclusion of Neymar, Brazil's all-time leading goalscorer with 79 goals in 128 appearances, was the biggest surprise in the 26-man squad named by coach Carlo Ancelotti. The post Neymar included in Brazil World Cup squad appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

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myjoyonlineMixed47d ago

Neymar included in Brazil’s 26-man World Cup squad

Brazil forward Neymar has been included in head coach Carlo Ancelotti's 26-man squad for this summer's World Cup.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

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total-croatia-newsMixed47d ago

Dalić Announces Croatia’s Squad for 2026 World Cup - Total Croatia

Dalić Announces Croatia’s Squad for 2026 World Cup  Total Croatia

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Fox News18 May, 14:58

Croatia Announces World Cup Roster, Luka Modrić Earns Spot In Fifth Tournament

total-croatia-news18 May, 15:30

Dalić Announces Croatia’s Squad for 2026 World Cup - Total Croatia

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straits-times18 May, 17:58

Coach Dick Advocaat names unchanged Curacao squad for island nation’s World Cup debut - The Straits Times

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tunisia-live18 May, 19:07

Hannibal Mejbri-backed Tunisia name Anis Ben Slimane in World Cup squad - mogazmasr.com

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actualite-cd18 May, 20:44

Kaizer Chiefs Striker Glody Lilepo Left Out of DR Congo World Cup Squad - Habari Forum

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BBC18 May, 22:11

Neymar included in Brazil's 26-man World Cup squad

vanguard-ng18 May, 22:14

Neymar included in Brazil World Cup squad

channel-news-asia18 May, 22:25

Neymar included in Brazil's World Cup squad after injury struggles

myjoyonline18 May, 22:27

Neymar included in Brazil’s 26-man World Cup squad

Al Jazeera18 May, 22:30

Brazil call up Neymar to World Cup 2026 squad

punch-ng18 May, 22:53

Neymar back in Brazil squad for fourth World Cup

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The Guardian18 May, 23:55

Neymar picked in Brazil squad for 2026 World Cup but João Pedro misses out

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abc-australia19 May, 01:01

Neymar recalled for Brazil's World Cup campaign despite three-year hiatus

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Korea Herald19 May, 05:33

Neymar picked for Brazil's World Cup squad despite doubts on fitness

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The Independent19 May, 09:05

Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti explains why he picked Neymar in his World Cup squad

Yahoo19 May, 09:05Latest update

Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti explains why he picked Neymar in his World Cup squad