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Neymar shows good progress after injury, continues World Cup preparation

From Berlingske · () Danish

Translated from Danish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Brazilian football star Neymar is making good progress in his recovery from a calf injury, according to the Brazilian Football Confederation.
  • The injury had sidelined him for two friendly matches and cast doubt on his participation in Brazil's World Cup opener.
  • Neymar, Brazil's all-time top scorer, will continue his rehabilitation as planned.

Brazilian football star Neymar is showing positive signs in his recovery from a calf injury, offering a glimmer of hope for his participation in the upcoming World Cup.

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced Monday that the latest MRI scan revealed "good progress" in his treatment, aligning with expectations. Neymar will continue his rehabilitation and physical preparation as outlined by the national team's medical staff.

The examination showed good progress in his treatment in line with expectations.

— Brazilian Football ConfederationThe CBF statement confirming Neymar's recovery progress.

The injury, sustained in mid-May, was initially estimated to keep him out for two to three weeks. This timeline meant he missed two friendly matches against Panama and Egypt. The ongoing recovery casts doubt on his availability for Brazil's World Cup opener against Morocco, scheduled for Saturday in New Jersey, USA.

Neymar, who holds the record as Brazil's most prolific scorer with 79 goals in 128 international appearances, is a pivotal player for the five-time World Cup champions. Brazil last won the tournament in 2002, with their best performance since being a fourth-place finish on home soil in 2014.

He will continue the rehabilitation and physical preparation planned by the national team's medical staff.

— Brazilian Football ConfederationThe CBF statement detailing Neymar's ongoing recovery plan.
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Originally published by Berlingske in Danish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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