Neymar
BRAAM (CF)
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Feb 5, 1992 (34)
Right
5'9"
150 lb
BrazilWorld Cup opening in doubt
Neymar (calf) suffered a new injury and will be sidelined for two to three weeks, with tests confirming the extent of the setback, according to AS. "Neymar reported for duty at Granja Comary, underwent all the medical tests and finished with an MRI scan, which revealed a grade 2 muscle strain. The player is continuing his treatment, and we expect him to be cleared to play in two to three weeks."
Analysis: Neymar's latest injury blow rules him out of Brazil's remaining friendly matches ahead of the tournament and puts his availability for the World Cup opener against Morocco in serious doubt. The grade two calf tear carries a two to three week recovery window, which could also threaten his involvement in the second group stage fixture against Haiti, with his participation against Scotland in the final group match equally uncertain at this stage. Coach Carlo Ancelotti had made headlines worldwide by including Neymar in his 26-man squad despite the star's limited competitive action in recent years, and the injury now casts serious doubt over his ability to contribute meaningfully during the group stage. Brazil's medical staff are providing intensive treatment and monitoring his condition closely as the tournament opener approaches.
Likely to miss friendlies
Neymar (calf) is unlikely to compete in Brazil's pre-World Cup friendlies due to injury, according to Liberta Depre.
Analysis: Neymar is still dealing with his calf injury, and it seems he will not be risked ahead of the World Cup, with the forward likely to sit out on their friendlies. The situation will be monitored closely, as they will not want him carrying the injury into the tournament, already a injury-prone player either way. Brazil will kick off the World Cup on June 13 against Morocco, hopeful to have their star fit by then.
Dealing with minor calf injury
Neymar sustained a small calf edema during Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Coritiba but is expected to be delivered fit to the Brazilian national team camp on May 27, according to Santos team doctor Rodrigo Zogaib, per Ana Canhedo of Globo. "Neymar has a small calf injury, an edema. The plan, following his evolution, is to deliver him fit next week to the CBF."
Analysis: Neymar suffered a two-millimeter edema that requires five to 10 days of treatment, making his involvement with Santos before the international camp unlikely despite technically being able to feature against Deportivo Cuenca on Tuesday. Neymar has been receiving treatment at the CT Rei Pele training complex under close monitoring from both the club and the CBF, and the positive prognosis is a relief for coach Carlo Ancelotti heading into the World Cup. The Brazilian star contributed six goals and four assists across 15 appearances for Santos this campaign, 10 of which he played the full 90 minutes.
Called up for World Cup
Neymar has been included in Brazil's World Cup squad by coach Carlo Ancelotti, marking a significant return to the international stage for the star, according to the CBF.
Analysis: Neymar has built up his fitness in recent months, scoring four goals and two assists across his last eight league appearances (eight starts) for Santos in the Brazilian league, averaging 86 minutes per game and earning a place in the team of the round on one occasion. His inclusion in the squad is a major development given his lengthy absence from international football through injury, and coach Ancelotti clearly believes he has shown enough in his return to club action to merit a place in the final 26-man roster for a tournament that could represent one of the last chapters of his illustrious international career.
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