Neymar's Brazil Recall Is Ancelotti's Leap of Faith

Carlo Ancelotti has handed Neymar a route back to the FIFA World Cup stage, including the Brazilian forward in a preliminary 55-man squad for the 2026 tournament, according to beIN Sports. It is a decision that has sparked wide debate given Neymar's recent injury struggles.

The move shows Ancelotti's willingness to back talent when fit, though the inclusion in a preliminary squad does not guarantee a place in the final selection. Neymar will need to prove he can contribute at the highest level once more.

For Brazil, the 1-1 draw with Morocco in their opening match of the tournament underlines that no result is guaranteed, and the question of whether Neymar has a role to play will only grow louder as the competition progresses.