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Neymar's calf injury casts doubt on Brazil World Cup role

Published 28 May 2026

Brazil's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been clouded by uncertainty over the fitness of star forward Neymar. The 34-year-old missed the national team's first training session on Thursday to undergo medical scans on a calf injury, casting significant doubt on his availability for the tournament.

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