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Neymar has not played for Brazil since October 2023, when he suffered serious knee ligament injuries that have plagued his comeback attempts. (Photo: REUTERS)

'Don't need to prove anything to anyone': Neymar breaks silence on Brazil omission amid fitness debate

March 19, 2026 5:53 pm

Carlo Ancelotti, coach of the Brazilian national team, left him out of the list of players called up for the friendlies against France and Croatia.

'Can’t let this pass... I’m upset and sad': Emotional Neymar reacts after being snubbed by Brazil again

March 18, 2026 3:17 pm

Neymar has not been part of the national squad since October 2023, when he tore the ACL and meniscus in his left knee. In the past two years, he has suffered through a host of injuries.

The victory marked Japan's first win against Brazil in 14 meetings, with the South Americans having previously won 11 of their 13 encounters. (AP Photo)

Japan stun Brazil 3-2, record first ever win over five-time World Cup champions

October 14, 2025 10:52 pm

The match was a tale of two halves, with Brazil dominating the opening 45 minutes before collapsing after the break.

Ancelotti lays out condition for Neymar's return in World Cup squad: 'In his best physical condition, he will have no problems'

September 13, 2025 1:21 pm

Neymar missed out on the World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Bolivia with a minor leg muscle injury. However, he later said his exclusion was for technical reasons.

Neymar sidelined again in Ancelotti's Brazil squad for World Cup qualifiers, Paquetá included

August 26, 2025 4:14 pm

The former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain striker has not donned the famous yellow jersey since October 2023, when he suffered serious knee ligament injuries that have plagued his comeback attempts.

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti will leave in June (Photo: Reuters)

How Carlo Ancelotti's move from Real Madrid to Brazil got awkward

May 14, 2025 10:35 am

When news broke on Monday that Ancelotti was leaving Real Madrid to take charge of its most successful and iconic national team, there was an awkward silence. The club just ignored the announcement while Ancelotti didn’t even provide a quote for his new employer