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Ancelotti blasted for 'absurd' Neymar 2026 World Cup call-up

Carlo Ancelotti is already feeling the heat as Brazil manager before a ball has even been kicked at the 2026 World Cup. The Italian's decision to include veteran star Neymar in his final squad has been labelled "absurd" by a former Selecao international, who has called the Santos star's recent performance levels into question.

World Cup tears! Neymar ‘cried all night’ while wife slept

Neymar's return to the Brazilian national team was not just a sporting milestone, but a moment of profound personal emotion for the number 10. The Santos star opened up about the intensity of his feelings upon securing his place in the squad that will compete in the 2026 World Cup under the command of Carlo Ancelotti.

Neymar 'unlikely' to participate in Brazil's final World Cup warm-up games

Brazil have been hit with a significant injury scare regarding Neymar just weeks before the World Cup is set to kick off in North America. The Santos star is struggling with a calf problem that could see him sidelined for the team’s final preparatory fixtures.

Neymar injured again! Calf issue sparks fears over World Cup participation

Brazil superstar Neymar has suffered a fresh injury setback with Santos just days after being named in the Selecao squad for the 2026 World Cup. The forward was diagnosed with a calf problem, sparking immediate concern regarding his readiness for the tournament in North America.

Neymar admits he 'cried for hours' after Brazil World Cup call-up

Neymar has opened up about the immense emotional weight of returning to the international stage, admitting he was overcome with tears after being named in Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad. The Santos star reflected on the gruelling journey back from long-term injury to earn a place in Carlo Ancelotti's plans.

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Neymar's Brazil return brutally branded a 'freak show' by World Cup winner

Christophe Dugarry has launched a scathing attack on Carlo Ancelotti's decision to recall Neymar to the Brazil national team for the 2026 World Cup. The former France international, who lifted the famous gold trophy in 1998, believes the move has turned the Santos star into a "freak show" and signals a decline in the standards of the Selecao.

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6	San Martin de Tucuman	14	5	6	3	14	10	4	21	L L W W L
7	San Martin San Juan	14	5	5	4	14	14	0	20	W W D L W
8	Deportivo Maipu	14	5	3	6	19	16	3	18	L W W D W
9	Nueva Chicago	14	4	6	4	13	12	1	18	D L L L D
10	Chacarita Juniors	14	5	3	6	12	14	-2	18	W L W D W