Brazil: Neymar rejoices after his call-up for the 2026 World Cup.

Absent from the Brazilian national team for nearly three years, Neymar will indeed be part of the 2026 World Cup adventure. Selected by Carlo Ancelotti in the final list of 26 players, the Auriverde forward did not hide his emotion at the time of the announcement. It was live on YouTube, alongside his friend and influencer Cris Guedes, that the former FC Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain player officially learned of his inclusion in the Brazilian squad. Overwhelmed with emotion, Neymar expressed his joy before embracing his friend in a scene that quickly went viral on social media.

This call-up marks a highly anticipated return for the Brazilian playmaker, who has not worn the Seleção jersey since October 2023. In recent weeks, the player had made multiple statements showing his ambition to participate in another World Cup. Despite the prestige of his number 10 jersey, Ancelotti has nonetheless sought to calm the debates surrounding his status. The Italian coach reminded that every player must earn their place on the field, without favoritism. “He will play if he deserves to play. I don’t want any stars,” warned the Italian technician, determined to foster total competition within his squad before the World Cup.