Manchester United star Casemiro has disclosed that Neymar will be available for Brazil at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Recall that Neymar looks set to spend two to three weeks on the sidelines, likely missing both warm-up friendlies ahead of the tournament due to a right calf strain.
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However, in a chat with reporters, Casemiro stated that Neymar remains an important player for Brazil.
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“Every time I come here, I have to talk about him,” said Casemiro.
“It was actually good that the doctor came here so there wouldn’t be so many questions about him. Of course, no player likes to be injured, but I hope he is healthy enough to play; we need everyone.
“The evolution goes day by day and we are anxiously waiting for all players to be available. Everyone is important, including Neymar.”
Neymar’s Health Challenges
Despite Neymar facing up to three weeks out with injury, potentially missing Brazil’s opener against Morocco, Casemiro dismissed suggestions the forward can no longer lead the Selecao at the 2026 World Cup.
“That’s you saying it, that he won’t be the protagonist,” he continued.
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“A player, despite knowing what he does on the pitch, every one of them wants to have the protagonist role. That question is for Neymar, for the Mister… we know his quality.
“He is taking care of the injury, he wants to get back to training first. It has to be in stages. Get healthy again, get back to playing, and then think about being the protagonist. Think about health.”
