Ancelotti has almost finalized Brazil's World Cup 2026 squad. Is Neymar on the list?
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
Brazil national team head coach Carlo Ancelotti is putting the finishing touches on the final squad list that will represent the nation at the upcoming World Cup.
Details: According to ESPN Brasil, the final Selecao roster will be nearly identical to the squad called up for the recent friendlies against France and Croatia. The Italian, who will take charge of the team in 2025, made it clear that the core group is "pretty much set" and there’s no more time left for experiments.
The major bombshell is the news that Neymar will most likely miss the tournament. The 34-year-old Santos striker is still battling a string of injuries, casting doubt in the mind of Brazil’s head coach.
Ancelotti is adamant: in his system, physical readiness and intensity matter more than big names.
Reminder: Brazilian players will receive significant bonuses if they lift the World Cup trophy.
