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Ronaldo Urges Ancelotti to Recall Neymar for 2026

9/26/2025

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Ronaldo urged Carlo Ancelotti to recall Neymar for the 2026 World Cup, citing his unique talent.
Neymar has not played for Brazil since October 2023 due to a serious knee injury.
Neymar's thigh injury could delay his return to late October.
Ancelotti has not yet selected Neymar, saying he must be in peak physical condition.

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Historical Context

Brazil's football legacy includes five World Cup victories, with the most recent in 1994, featuring stars like Romário and Bebeto. However, the 2014 semi-final loss to Germany, marked by a shocking 7-1 defeat, highlighted vulnerabilities in player fitness, a concern echoed by coach Carlo Ancelotti amid Neymar's ongoing injury since October 2023, raising doubts for the upcoming 2026 World Cup.

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Story summary

Ronaldo urged Carlo Ancelotti to recall Neymar for the 2026 World Cup, citing his unique talent.
Neymar has not played for Brazil since October 2023 due to a serious knee injury.
Neymar's thigh injury could delay his return to late October.
Ancelotti has not yet selected Neymar, saying he must be in peak physical condition.

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