Brazil Hit With Bad News on Neymar Jr Ahead of World Cup Opener vs Morocco
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AI Briefing
- • Brazil to begin 2026 World Cup campaign without Neymar Jr due to calf injury.
- • Neymar Jr's status uncertain for World Cup opener against Morocco.
- • Coach Carlo Ancelotti rules out Neymar Jr for the tournament opener.
Context
Brazil will start the 2026 World Cup without Neymar Jr due to a calf injury. Head coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed that the veteran forward is not yet ready to return. Brazil's first match is against Morocco.
The absence of Neymar Jr affects Brazil's opening match in Group D. Brazil is a five-time world champion and the injury may impact their performance against Morocco on their first game.
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