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Neymar Undergoes Key MRI Scan Ahead of Brazil's World Cup Opener
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Neymar Undergoes Key MRI Scan Ahead of Brazil's World Cup Opener

From Cooperativa · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Brazilian forward Neymar is undergoing a key MRI scan to determine his recovery progress before the team's World Cup debut.
  • Coach Carlo Ancelotti stated Neymar is performing well in individual training and will rejoin the team next week if the scan is positive.
  • Neymar suffered a Grade II muscle injury in his calf and missed recent friendlies, casting doubt on his availability for Brazil's June 13 World Cup opener against Morocco.

Brazilian star striker Neymar is on the sidelines as he undergoes a crucial MRI scan that will dictate his availability for Brazil's opening match in the 2026 World Cup. The forward is currently excluded from team training sessions. Head coach Carlo Ancelotti expressed optimism, noting that Neymar is undertaking "excellent individual work" and is expected to rejoin the squad next week, provided the examination yields positive results. The Brazilian Football Confederation confirmed the scan is scheduled for Monday. Neymar arrived at the training camp already nursing an injury sustained with Santos, which was later diagnosed as a Grade II calf muscle tear. This injury forced him to miss warm-up matches against Panama and Egypt, leaving his participation in Brazil's World Cup opener against Morocco on June 13 in New Jersey uncertain.

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