Neymar's Injury Raises Doubts Ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 Matches

Neymar's ongoing injury raises concerns about his participation in the FIFA World Cup 2026. After missing Brazil's first match against Morocco, he has yet to return to training, leading to speculation about his fitness for the upcoming game against Haiti. With Brazil's performance under scrutiny following a draw in their opening match, the pressure is mounting on the team and coach Carlo Ancelotti. Will Neymar be able to make a comeback in this crucial tournament? Read on for more insights.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 16, 2026, 14:54 IST

Neymar's Training Setback

In the latest FIFA World Cup 2026 updates, Brazilian star Neymar has been unable to return to training due to an injury. He underwent another examination on his injured right leg, which has kept him sidelined. Neymar had already missed Brazil's opening match against Morocco, and now the five-time champions are gearing up to face Haiti in Philadelphia for their second match, scheduled to kick off at 6 AM Indian time on Saturday. Fans were hopeful to see Neymar participate in practice on Tuesday, but that did not materialize.

Concerns Over Neymar's Availability

The talented forward is dealing with a calf muscle injury in his right leg. As of now, the Brazilian Football Confederation has not provided any official information regarding the severity of his condition. However, with Neymar still absent from training, concerns are escalating.

Neymar's World Cup Journey

Having participated in the 2014, 2018, and 2022 World Cups, this marks Neymar's fourth appearance at the tournament. Despite being injury-prone, this could potentially be his last World Cup, raising questions about his ability to play at all. The 34-year-old striker sustained his injury while playing for Santos and has been out of action since. Brazil's head coach, Carlo Ancelotti, included him in the final squad despite his lack of fitness.

Brazil's Pressure After Draw

Brazil's performance in their opening match of the World Cup was disappointing, as they drew 1-1 with Morocco. This early setback has placed significant pressure on Ancelotti's team, especially given their lackluster performance.

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