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Injuries are the first enemy of the Brazilian star
Uncertainty surrounds Brazil star Neymar da Silva’s health ahead of the 2026 World Cup finals amid fears his leg muscle injury is worsening.
Brazil’s TNT Sports has revealed that the injury, which initially appeared to be just a muscle strain, could be more serious than expected, raising major questions about the Seleção captain’s fitness for the upcoming matches.
Critical checks
Neymar is expected to undergo a comprehensive medical at Brazil’s soccer confederation headquarters tomorrow, Wednesday, along with the rest of the squad, to determine the exact nature of the injury and develop an appropriate treatment or rehabilitation plan.
Absence of sympathomimetics
Preliminary data show that there is a high probability that the footballer will be absent from the two friendlies planned for the preparation of the World Cup. the first against Panama on May 31 at the legendary Maracana Stadium, and the second against Egypt on June 5 on American soil.
Tomorrow, Wednesday, Neymar is due to join the Seleção camp in Granja Comari, where he will undergo further in-depth examinations to determine his final stance on the preparation program, given the technical staff’s willingness not to jeopardize the star’s health until the most important international day.
The injury is a painful blow for Brazil’s national team, which is relying heavily on Neymar’s experience and skills in its quest to win a sixth title in its history.
