'Not an easy decision' - Carlo Ancelotti struggling with Neymar World Cup dilemma despite Brazil icon 'improving a lot recently' at Santos
Goal | 13.05.2026 09:25
Ancelotti has included Neymar in his 55-man provisional list for the tournament, but will whittle that number down to 26 when he announces the final squad on May 18. At 34 years old, Neymar is indisputably one of the greatest talents Brazilian football has ever produced, but his place in the 2026 World Cup squad is not a certainty. After a disastrous period at Al Hilal and recurring injuries, his return to Santos has brought glimpses of the old star, but still under the shadow of doubt about his competitive intensity.
