Neymar left out of Brazil's team for Tokyo Olympics, Dani Alves named captain
3 years, 6 months ago

Neymar left out of Brazil's team for Tokyo Olympics, Dani Alves named captain

The Hindu  

Defending champion Brazil named 38-year-old defender Dani Alves to its Olympic football team on Thursday. Alves was expected to be in Brazil's squad for Copa America, but the former Barcelona star picked up a knee injury before the tournament began. LIVE| Coach Andrs Jardine also selected 31-year-old goalkeeper Santos of Athletico Paranaense and 28-year-old defender Diego Carlos of Sevilla. FULL SQUAD Goalkeepers: Santos, Brenno Defenders: Dani Alves, Gabriel Menino, Guilherme Arana, Gabriel Magalhaes, Nino, Diego Carlos Midfielders: Douglas Luiz, Bruno Guimaraes, Gerson, Claudinho, Matheus Henrique Forwards: Matheus Cunha, Malcom, Antony, Paulinho, Pedro

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Why is Neymar not playing in Brazil vs Uruguay FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier?
1 month ago

Why is Neymar not playing in Brazil vs Uruguay FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier?

The Hindu  

Brazil will look to continue its comeback in the qualifying campaign for the FIFA World Cup 2026 when it faces arch-rival on home soil on Tuesday. FOLLOW BRAZIL vs URUGUAY HERE: Brazil vs Uruguay LIVE SCORE, FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier updates “I am asking you not to abandon the national team. Neymar returned to the pitch after nearly a …

Pelé's former club Santos returns to the top tier of Brazilian soccer with an eye on Neymar
1 month, 1 week ago

Pelé's former club Santos returns to the top tier of Brazilian soccer with an eye on Neymar

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Santos secured its return to the top tier of Brazilian soccer next year when it hopes that star striker Neymar will be back at the club which achieved a global following with Pelé. Santos president Marcelo Teixeira said in the early hours of Tuesday that he will wait for Neymar and his Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal to …

Neymar out of Brazil squad for Copa America
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Neymar out of Brazil squad for Copa America

China Daily  

RIO DE JANEIRO -- Neymar has been left out of Brazil's squad for the Copa America as he continues his recovery from a serious knee injury, the country's football confederation said on Friday. As expected, manager Dorival Junior named Real Madrid-bound Palmeiras teenager Endrick in his 23-man squad. Brazil will begin their Copa America campaign against Costa Rica in Los …

Neymar is ruled OUT of the Copa America next summer with the Brazilian star unable to recover from ACL tear in time for tournament in the USA
1 year ago

Neymar is ruled OUT of the Copa America next summer with the Brazilian star unable to recover from ACL tear in time for tournament in the USA

Daily Mail  

Neymar has been ruled out of the 2024 Copa America, as he is unable to recover in time from a torn ACL for the start of the tournament, which will be played in the US in June. Brazil's forward Neymar will miss out on playing in the 2024 Copa America in the USA in June Neymar, Brazil's all-time men's top …

Brazil's Neymar Suffers Knee Injury After Horrible Tackle in Uruguay Match
1 year, 2 months ago

Brazil's Neymar Suffers Knee Injury After Horrible Tackle in Uruguay Match

News 18  

Brazil forward Neymar left their 2026 World Cup qualifier against Uruguay in tears on Tuesday after suffering what appeared to be a serious knee injury. Neymar left the Brazil’s match vs. Uruguay with an injury pic.twitter.com/ShaomSXd05— Football is Life October 18, 2023 He left the pitch on a stretcher after receiving treatment for several minutes. Brazil FA sources said Neymar …

Neymar leaves Brazil match in tears with left knee injury; team doctor says severity unknown
1 year, 2 months ago

Neymar leaves Brazil match in tears with left knee injury; team doctor says severity unknown

Associated Press  

MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay — Neymar was in tears as he left the field with a left knee injury at the end of the first half of Brazil’s 2-0 World Cup qualifying loss at Uruguay on Tuesday. Brazil’s doctor Rodrigo Lasmar told reporters it was too early to determine the severity of Neymar’s injury. “Let’s wait for the exams with calmness, evaluate …

Neymar, Alisson out of Brazil’s squad for Morocco game
1 year, 9 months ago

Neymar, Alisson out of Brazil’s squad for Morocco game

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — Brazil interim coach Ramon Menezes left Neymar and Alisson out of his squad Friday for the international friendly against Morocco on March 25 in Tangier. Menezes, who coaches Brazil’s under-20 team, didn’t detail why goalkeeper Alisson is not in the squad but said he wanted to give opportunities to new players. Confederation president Ednaldo Rodrigues denied …

Happy Birthday Neymar
1 year, 10 months ago

Happy Birthday Neymar

India TV News  

Image Source : AP 1/5 Neymar da Silva Santos Junior known as Neymar was born on the 5th Of February 1992. Image Source : AP 2/5 The Brazilian star footballer plays as a forward for Ligue 1 club Paris Saint-Germain and for the Brazil national team. Image Source : AP 3/5 Neymar scripted history by equalling football legend Pele's record …

Neymar scores for Brazil in return from injury at World Cup
2 years ago

Neymar scores for Brazil in return from injury at World Cup

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — There were no signs of the limp or the swollen ankle that had sidelined Neymar at the World Cup. Neymar scored from the penalty spot in the 13th minute to help Brazil beat South Korea 4-1 and advance to the quarterfinals for the eighth straight World Cup. Brazil coach Tite had said Neymar would play from the …

Neymar set to be fit for Brazil’s World Cup last-16 tie with South Korea
2 years ago

Neymar set to be fit for Brazil’s World Cup last-16 tie with South Korea

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Neymar is set to be fit to play …

Neymar trains ahead of Brazil’s game in last 16 of World Cup
2 years ago

Neymar trains ahead of Brazil’s game in last 16 of World Cup

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Neymar was back training on Saturday, doing drills with the ball and taking shots on goal only two days before Brazil’s match against South Korea in the round of 16 of the World Cup. Brazil team doctors didn’t immediately give an update on Neymar’s condition, or say if he would be available for the game against South …

Neymar joins teammates to watch Brazil’s game at World Cup
2 years ago

Neymar joins teammates to watch Brazil’s game at World Cup

Associated Press  

LUSAIL, Qatar — Injured forward Neymar was at Lusail Stadium on Friday to watch Brazil’s 1-0 loss to Cameroon at the World Cup, and was expected to start training with the ball again on Saturday. It was the first time Neymar joined his teammates at a match since injuring his right ankle last week in Brazil’s opener against Serbia. Team …

Neymar working ’24 hours a day’ to return at World Cup
2 years ago

Neymar working ’24 hours a day’ to return at World Cup

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Neymar is working “24 hours a day” to try to recover from his ankle injury and play again at the World Cup, Brazil teammate Marquinhos said Sunday. Neymar damaged ligaments in his right ankle in the team’s 2-0 opening win over Serbia on Thursday and will miss the match against Switzerland on Monday. We don’t know when …

Neymar working ‘24 hours a day’ to return to World Cup action, says Marquinhos
2 years ago

Neymar working ‘24 hours a day’ to return to World Cup action, says Marquinhos

The Hindu  

Neymar is working “24 hours a day” to try to recover from his ankle injury and play again at the FIFA World Cup 2022, Brazil teammate Marquinhos said Sunday. We don’t know when it’s going to happen, but we hope we will have him with us again as soon as possible and in good health mentally and physically.” Brazil coach …

FIFA World Cup: Paqueta illness gives Brazil another selection headache
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Paqueta illness gives Brazil another selection headache

The Hindu  

Five-time world champions Brazil could be without midfielder Lucas Paqueta for its next World Cup Group G game against Switzerland on Monday. The World Cup favourites trained behind closed doors at the Al Arabi Stadium on Saturday and coach Tite gave no clue about team selection in his news conference on Sunday. The versatile 21-year-old forward played in Neymar’s position …

Neymar shows path to recovery after suffering ankle injury in Brazil's FIFA World Cup opener
2 years ago

Neymar shows path to recovery after suffering ankle injury in Brazil's FIFA World Cup opener

India Today  

Neymar has started to show positive signs of returning for Brazil's FIFA World Cup campaign in time after suffering an ankle injury in Little Canary's opening match. The 30-year-old forward injured his ankle in Brazil's 2-0 win over Serbia in a Group G match. Credits: Neymar's Instagram story He, along with Danilo, who also sustained injury in the match, will …

Neymar injured, Richarlison scores for Brazil at World Cup
2 years, 1 month ago

Neymar injured, Richarlison scores for Brazil at World Cup

Associated Press  

LUSAIL, Qatar — With Neymar limping off the field with an ankle injury, Richarlison came through for the “Seleção.” A spectacular acrobatic kick followed an easy tap-in from close range as Richarlison scored both goals in Brazil’s 2-0 victory over Serbia on Thursday at the World Cup. “The most important thing for us it to have him at 100% for …

Neymar: Brazil’s star seeking World Cup redemption finally has a supporting cast
2 years, 1 month ago

Neymar: Brazil’s star seeking World Cup redemption finally has a supporting cast

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Brazil’s Neymar will be 31 years old in …

Neymar joins Brazil squad for 1st practice session ahead of FIFA World Cup
2 years, 1 month ago

Neymar joins Brazil squad for 1st practice session ahead of FIFA World Cup

India Today  

Neymar on Wednesday joined the Brazil squad and took part in his first training session with the national team ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2022. Brazil have begun World Cup preparations in Turin, Italy, where it will remain until Saturday when it departs for Qatar. The five-time world champions, seeking their first World Cup title in two decades, will …

Brazil team for FIFA world cup 2022: Neymar, Jesus in; Firmino misses out
2 years, 1 month ago

Brazil team for FIFA world cup 2022: Neymar, Jesus in; Firmino misses out

The Hindu  

Brazil has included 39-year-old defender Daniel Alves but left out Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino in its 26-man World Cup squad which was named by coach Tite on Monday. Catch the latest updates and news from the FIFA World Cup 2022 “He adds technical and tactical aspects that are impressive, to be an organiser, an articulator,” Tite said. Brazil will take …

Neymar keen to play in Major League Soccer
2 years, 10 months ago

Neymar keen to play in Major League Soccer

The Hindu  

Paris St Germain and Brazil forward Neymar would like to play in the United States-based Major League Soccer for at least a season before he calls time on his career. Neymar, who is under contract at PSG until June 2025, said he was more likely to play in the U.S. than return to his home country. "I don't know if …

World Cup Qualifiers: Neymar set for national duty as Coutinho and Firmino return for Brazil
3 years, 1 month ago

World Cup Qualifiers: Neymar set for national duty as Coutinho and Firmino return for Brazil

The Hindu  

Philippe Coutinho is back in Brazil's national team after being called up by coach Tite on Friday for two World Cup qualifiers in November. Coutinho hasn't played for Brazil since October 2020 but was recalled despite only starting four of Barcelona's 10 league games this season. Leader Brazil will play Colombia in Sao Paulo on November 11, when a win …

The joy is back for Neymar with Brazil in World Cup qualifying
3 years, 2 months ago

The joy is back for Neymar with Brazil in World Cup qualifying

Firstpost  

Neymar will return to action with Brazil in November, when his team will qualify for the World Cup if it scores a home win over Colombia in the next round. Sao Paulo: Neymar started the week facing criticism after a poor performance in a World Cup qualifying match and his suggestion that the next tournament in Qatar might be his …

Neymar's Brazil teammates urge him to keep playing post World Cup
3 years, 2 months ago

Neymar's Brazil teammates urge him to keep playing post World Cup

The Hindu  

Neymar's Brazil teammates are still hoping the 29-year-old striker will remain with the national team after next year's World Cup, despite saying the tournament in Qatar could be his last. His teammates rallied around the Paris Saint-Germain player on Tuesday, saying they understand the pressure Neymar faces as Brazil's biggest star. He puts a lot of pressure on himself," Silva …

Neymar's Brazil teammates urge him to keep playing past 2022 World Cup
3 years, 2 months ago

Neymar's Brazil teammates urge him to keep playing past 2022 World Cup

Firstpost  

Neymar said in an interview aired this week that he doesn’t know whether he will be able “mentally to endure” more international football after the 2022 World Cup Sao Paulo: Neymar’s Brazil teammates are still hoping the 29-year-old striker will remain with the national team after next year’s World Cup, despite saying the tournament in Qatar could be his last. …

Brazil calls striker Richarlison into Olympic soccer team
3 years, 5 months ago

Brazil calls striker Richarlison into Olympic soccer team

Associated Press  

RIO DE JANEIRO — Defending champion Brazil named striker Richarlison to its Olympic soccer team on Friday. When I heard Everton allowed me to go it was a great joy.” Brazil’s soccer confederation said Friday it had made three changes in the original squad announced June 17 by coach André Jardine. Olympique Marseille midfielder Gerson, Zenit winger Malcom and Flamengo …

Veteran Alves but no Neymar as Brazil eyes soccer gold again
3 years, 5 months ago

Veteran Alves but no Neymar as Brazil eyes soccer gold again

Associated Press  

HIGHLIGHTS FROM RIO: Brazil winning gold lifted the footballing mood of the nation two years after a humiliating, 7-1 loss to Germany at the last major sporting event to be held in the country -- the World Cup. Neymar’s status as a national hero was also cemented when he scored from a free kick and added the winning kick of …

Neymar to lead Brazil for Copa America, Thiago Silva included
3 years, 6 months ago

Neymar to lead Brazil for Copa America, Thiago Silva included

The Hindu  

Neymar will spearhead Brazil's attack for Copa America, with veteran defender Thiago Silva also included despite a recent injury. The Copa America final will be on July 10 at the same Maracana stadium where Brazil beat Germany on penalties to secure the title then. Brazil is scheduled to open the Copa America on Sunday against Venezuela in Brasilia with no …

Neymar ruled out of Brazil’s World Cup qualifiers
4 years, 1 month ago

Neymar ruled out of Brazil’s World Cup qualifiers

The Hindu  

Neymar has been ruled out of Brazil’s World Cup qualifier against Uruguay next week because of a groin injury he sustained playing for Paris-Saint-Germain in a Champions League game. Brazil’s soccer confederation on Thursday confirmed Neymar will not play in the South American qualifying match on Tuesday in Montevideo. PSG coach Thomas Tuchel last week said it would be “impossible” …

Neymar to travel for World Cup qualifying despite injury
4 years, 1 month ago

Neymar to travel for World Cup qualifying despite injury

The Hindu  

Neymar will come to South America for World Cup qualifying matches despite a groin injury he picked up in a Champions League match for Paris Saint-Germain. Brazil coach Tite called Flamengo striker Pedro for the matches against Venezuela and Uruguay on November 13 and 17, without removing Neymar from the squad. Dr. Rodrigo Lasmar said he expects Neymar to be …

Neymar to travel for World Cup qualifying despite injury
4 years, 1 month ago

Neymar to travel for World Cup qualifying despite injury

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Neymar will come to South America for World Cup qualifying matches despite a groin injury he picked up in a Champions League match for Paris Saint-Germain. Brazil coach Tite called Flamengo striker Pedro for the matches against Venezuela and Uruguay on Nov. 13 and 17, without removing Neymar from the squad. Dr. Rodrigo Lasmar said he expects …

Neymar and Kylian Mbappe are on-song as PSG near Champions League glory and Brazil star plays leader
4 years, 4 months ago

Neymar and Kylian Mbappe are on-song as PSG near Champions League glory and Brazil star plays leader

Daily Mail  

This is how Neymar imagined it would be when he first arrived in Paris — a city Pele had always loved — and moved into the same mansion, in the fashionable Bougival neighbourhood, where his boyhood idol Ronaldinho once lived. After Tuesday night's victory over Leipzig had sent Paris Saint-Germain to within 90 minutes of a first Champions League crown, …

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