World Cup 2026: With or without Neymar? Ancelotti slices

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By: Manu Tournoux

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On the sidelines of the draw for the 2026 World Cup in Washington DC, Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti answered questions regarding Neymar’s possible participation in the next World Cup.

“Don Carlo” clearly set his conditions and affirmed that he would be the sole decision-maker.

Clear conditions for selection

While Neymar (top scorer for the Seleçao with 79 goals) was not selected for the last tour in November, Ancelotti calmed things down by insisting on merit and physical form:

“I perfectly understand the interest aroused by Neymar

“I completely understand the interest generated by Neymar. I would like to point out that it is December, the World Cup is in June, and I will choose the team that will participate in the World Cup in May. If Neymar deserves to be there, if he is in great shape, better than anyone, he will play in the World Cup, period. I don’t owe anyone anything. »

Ancelotti is aiming for a Seleçao that is reliable and driven by the collective, a contrast to the individualities that have often limited the team in previous competitions.

Brazil will also face the France team in a friendly match on March 26.

Manu Tournoux

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