During his participation in a musical event, Neymar once again spoke about his dream of playing in the 2026 World Cup, made a direct reference to coach Carlo Ancelotti and indicated his willingness to fight for a place in the national team. The striker admitted he was accepting the demands and remaining focused on the World Cup, despite uncertainty over his future and recent injury streak.
Neymar has once again publicly projected his dream of a sixth world championship for the Brazilian team. This Saturday, during his participation in the musical event “Tardezinha”, in São Paulo, the striker made a direct reference to coach Carlo Ancelotti and indicated his willingness to fight for a place in the team that will participate in the 2026 World Cup.
In front of the public, the player signaled that, if called, he is ready to dedicate himself as much as possible to the search for the title. Neymar said he accepted future requests and demonstrated confidence in helping Brazil win the World Cup, citing his commitment to “doing the impossible” to achieve that goal. The statement was broadcast live during a live broadcast organized by Thiaguinho, creator of the event.
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NO FEAR! Neymar sends a message to Ancelotti during Thiaguinho’s show, on Tardezinha:
“We are going to do everything possible and impossible to bring the World Cup to Brazil. In July you can hold me accountable. Hello Ancelotti, help us!”
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Since Ancelotti’s arrival at the head of the national team, Neymar has not yet been called up for any call-up. The next opportunity for this to happen will be on the FIFA date of March 2026, when Brazil hosts friendlies against France and Croatia.
Meanwhile, the forward’s future also remains undefined at club level. Neymar has yet to renew his contract with Santos, a situation which creates uncertainty over his progression to the World Cup. Last season, at 33, the player faced recurring physical problems and finished the year with 11 goals and four assists in 28 matches played for the club.
The public demonstration reinforces the athlete’s desire to stay on the radar of the national team and finish his career with the title that is still missing from his resume, even amid a scenario of doubts about continuity, physical condition and space in the planning of the national team.