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Neymar is set to don Brazil’s iconic number 10 jersey at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Santos forward has officially been confirmed to reclaim the No.10 shirt for the Brazilian national team at the upcoming 2026 World Cup. This confirmation means the star striker will etch his name into the history books by matching a rare record previously held only by the legendary Pele.

Neymar has been included in Brazil’s 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup.

The call-up carries deep emotional significance for the 34-year-old forward, as it marks his return to the international stage after a lengthy absence.

He last wore the Selecao jersey in 2023 during a match against Uruguay.

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) formally unveiled the squad’s jersey numbers for the 2026 World Cup on Saturday, May 30, 2026.

Global football fans immediately turned their attention to the number 10 shirt, which once again belongs to Neymar.

Although he has not yet reached full fitness and his participation in the tournament opener had been in doubt, Neymar has been given complete trust to carry the team’s most revered number.

With this confirmation, the former Barcelona winger becomes the second player in Brazil’s history to wear the No.10 jersey in four different World Cup editions.

Previously, Neymar wore the No.10 in the 2014, 2018, 2022, and now 2026 World Cups.

This milestone makes Neymar the second Brazilian player ever to achieve this feat, following in the footsteps of the legendary Pele.

The record further cements Neymar’s legacy in Brazilian football, dispelling doubts about his physical condition ahead of the tournament.

Before his inclusion was confirmed, there had been widespread speculation about whether Neymar would make the final squad for the 2026 World Cup.

The doubts were understandable, given his prolonged injury struggles and inconsistent form over the past season.

Talk of his potential omission grew stronger when he was left out of Brazil’s March friendly squad.

However, Neymar’s persistence paid off when he was later named in the provisional squad.

Ultimately, he succeeded in convincing coach Carlo Ancelotti to include him in the final squad bound for North America.

Before his injury layoff, Neymar had long been the rightful owner of the Selecao’s No.10 jersey.

During his absence, the iconic number was temporarily worn by Vinicius Junior and Raphinha.

At the 2026 World Cup, Brazil has been placed in Group C.

Carlo Ancelotti’s side will face Morocco, Scotland, and Haiti in the group stage.

All three of Brazil’s group matches are scheduled to take place in the United States.