Neymar Set to Return for Brazil's Crucial World Cup Match Against Scotland

Brazil's coach Carlo Ancelotti has announced that Neymar will be ready to play in the upcoming World Cup match against Scotland. After recovering from a calf injury, Neymar's return is expected to significantly enhance Brazil's chances of advancing in the tournament. This article delves into Ancelotti's comments on Neymar's recovery and the implications for the team's performance in the World Cup.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 21, 2026, 00:05 IST

Neymar's Comeback Confirmed by Brazil Coach

Brazil's head coach Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Neymar will be available for the national team's final Group C match against Scotland, providing a crucial boost as they aim to progress to the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The 34-year-old forward has been sidelined since May 17 due to a right calf injury sustained while playing for Santos. He missed Brazil's previous matches, including a 3-0 win over Haiti and a 1-1 draw against Morocco.

Insights from Carlo Ancelotti on Neymar's Recovery

After the victory against Haiti, Ancelotti shared that Neymar's recovery is on track, and he is set to return to full training with the squad early next week. "Neymar will train individually tomorrow and join the team on Monday. He will be ready for the match against Scotland," Ancelotti stated. Since joining the World Cup squad, Neymar has not participated in a complete training session with the team, focusing instead on an individual rehabilitation program. Earlier this week, he underwent medical assessments to monitor the progress of his calf injury. Although he was listed on the bench for the match against Morocco, he did not play. Brazil had announced prior to the Haiti match that Neymar would remain in New Jersey to continue his recovery from a grade-two calf strain, which was initially expected to sideline him for up to three weeks.