Brazil Coach Ancelotti Cautious on Neymar's National Team Return Amid Fitness Concerns
Summary
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti remains cautious about Neymar's return to the national team due to fitness concerns, prioritizing team balance and long-term planning for the 2026 World Cup.
Key Points
- Coach Carlo Ancelotti will not rush Neymar's return to the Brazil national team due to fitness concerns.
- Ancelotti is focused on preparing the team for the 2026 World Cup and wants players to be physically fit to wear the yellow jersey.
- Neymar was not included in the upcoming friendlies against France and Croatia as Ancelotti wants to evaluate team options without him.
- The Brazilian Football Confederation is monitoring Neymar's recovery and performance closely.
- Ancelotti prioritizes solving team depth and defensive issues over Neymar's immediate inclusion.
