Neymar was left out of Brazil’s squad for upcoming friendlies as Carlo Ancelotti prioritised fully fit players ahead of the FIFA World Cup. Recently back from injury, Neymar remains in contention if he regains full fitness, while Brazil tests new players before finalising its squad.
Rio de Janeiro: Neymar was left out of Brazil's squad on Monday for friendlies against France and Croatia, the last chance for manager Carlo Ancelotti to test his players before finalizing his squad for this year's FIFA World Cup.
Neymar returned from his latest injury setback on Sunday, playing 90 minutes and providing an assist in Santos' 1-1 home draw with Corinthians in Brazil's Serie A.
Despite Neymar's absence from the 27-man list, Ancelotti did not rule out the 34-year-old's chances of playing at the World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada, reported Xinhua.
"Why did I not call him up this time? Because he is not 100 percent, and we need players who are 100 percent," the Italian said. "Neymar can still be at the World Cup. If he can play at 100 percent, Neymar could be there."
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