Neymar’s injury puts Brazil’s World Cup plans in doubt
Brazilian football star Neymar is facing uncertainty ahead of the World Cup after suffering a calf injury. According to the national team’s doctor Rodrigo Lasmar, the injury could sideline him for two to three weeks. Neymar will miss Brazil’s upcoming friendlies and may also be absent for their tournament opener. His recent return to the national squad was unexpected due to his previous absence and fitness concerns.
Match highlights
- Neymar sustained a grade two muscle injury, as confirmed by an MRI scan.
- He will miss Brazil’s two pre-World Cup friendlies against Panama and Egypt.
- There is a possibility Neymar will not play in Brazil’s World Cup opener against Morocco on June 13.
- Neymar joined his teammates at the training centre but did not participate in the first session.
- His last appearance for Brazil was in 2023 during a World Cup qualifier against Uruguay.
