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Neymar Yearns for Brazil Return Ahead of Friendlies

3/16/2026

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  • Neymar expressed disappointment after his last game before Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti announced two friendlies.
  • He said, "I wish to go back to the national team... but that's not up to me."
  • Brazil will face France and Croatia in the United States before the World Cup in June.
  • Neymar, Brazil's all-time top scorer, has injuries and has played fewer than 10 matches this year.