Brazilian star forward Neymar’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup remains uncertain after he underwent further tests on his injured right leg.
According to international media reports, the 34-year-old was expected to resume training with the Brazil squad on Tuesday. However, instead of joining his teammates, Neymar visited a medical clinic for additional examinations, raising fresh concerns over his fitness ahead of the tournament.
The Brazilian Football Confederation has yet to release the results of the tests, leaving questions over when the star forward will be able to return to action. The Brazilian Football Confederation has not yet released the results of the tests.
At 34, Neymar is playing in his fourth FIFA World Cup campaign. He has been sidelined since suffering an injury while playing for Santos on May 17.
Brazil are scheduled to face Haiti in Philadelphia on Friday. Neymar has yet to take part in a full training session since the five-time world champions began their World Cup preparations in New Jersey.
Brazilian media reports suggest that the team’s medical staff are hopeful he will be fully fit in time for the knockout stages of the tournament. Neymar’s return has become even more important following Brazil’s disappointing 1-1 draw against Morocco in their opening World Cup match on Saturday.
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