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Brazil Qualifies for World Cup Without Neymar's Help

9/11/2025

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Brazil qualified for the 2026 World Cup during the CONMEBOL qualifiers, despite Neymar's absence due to a coach's decision.
They secured qualification with a 1-0 win over Paraguay but suffered a surprising 1-0 loss to Bolivia.
Neymar remains optimistic about Brazil's future, targeting a sixth World Cup title.
Brazil's performance dropped significantly without Neymar, winning only 56% of matches compared to 71% with him.
Upcoming friendlies against South Korea and Japan will see Neymar's return after nearly two years.

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Brazil qualified for the 2026 World Cup during the CONMEBOL qualifiers, despite Neymar's absence due to a coach's decision.
They secured qualification with a 1-0 win over Paraguay but suffered a surprising 1-0 loss to Bolivia.
Neymar remains optimistic about Brazil's future, targeting a sixth World Cup title.
Brazil's performance dropped significantly without Neymar, winning only 56% of matches compared to 71% with him.
Upcoming friendlies against South Korea and Japan will see Neymar's return after nearly two years.