Brazil secured their first win of the 2026 World Cup with a convincing 3-0 victory over Haiti, but concerns over Raphinha's fitness overshadowed the result. The Barcelona winger was forced off after suffering hamstring tightness, leaving Carlo Ancelotti awaiting further assessment. Meanwhile, there was better news elsewhere, with Neymar closing in on his return.

Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti announced that Neymar will be available to play in the Selecao's final group game against Scotland. The Santos attacking midfielder missed the first two games of the tournament with a calf injury, but the manager announced he will train with the team early next week, and will play a role next week to close out Group C play.

Brazil have officially confirmed that Neymar will play no part in their upcoming World Cup fixture against Haiti, with the superstar forward set to remain behind while his teammates travel to Philadelphia. The Santos man is still working his way back to full fitness, and the Selecao medical staff have decided against taking any unnecessary risks with their talisman.

Brazil defender Danilo believes Neymar's presence alone can transform the Selecao, even as the forward continues his recovery from injury. With Carlo Ancelotti's side under pressure after dropping points in their opening match, Brazil are hoping their talisman can return soon and provide the attacking spark they currently lack.

Brazil superstar Neymar has finally returned to the training pitch as he accelerates his recovery from a calf injury that has threatened his World Cup participation. The forward was seen conducting individual drills for the first time since arriving in the United States, providing a massive lift to the Selecao camp ahead of their upcoming fixtures.

Neymar has confirmed that he and partner Bruna Biancardi are expecting their third child together. The Brazil forward shared the news through a family gender reveal, where the couple discovered they are set to welcome another daughter, prompting a light-hearted joke from the Santos star amid his ongoing injury recovery.