“Neymar is ready”. Carlo Ancelotti gives big update ahead of FIFA World Cup match against Scotland Football News:
Brazil fans received mixed news ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Scotland on Thursday. Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed that Raphinha will not play in Brazil’s final group-stage match against Scotland on Wednesday (local time), while also revealing that Neymar is fully fit and available to play the entire game if needed.Raphinha was forced off in the 40th minute of Brazil’s 3-0 win over Haiti in their previous group-stage fixture after picking up an injury. Despite the setback, the Barcelona winger remains optimistic about his recovery, posting on Instagram that “he will do everything in my power to recover and return as soon as possible.”If Raphinha is unavailable, Ancelotti explained that Neymar is likely to take his place, stressing that the veteran forward is ready to play the full 90 minutes if needed.“We have nothing else in mind but to play a good match with the best possible line-up; the same goes for the forwards,” Ancelotti said via Globo, as quoted by The Athletic.“Neymar is available, he trained hard this week, he is fit, ready to play, and we are very happy that he is back. He is a high quality player,” added Ancelotti.The Brazilian coach further explained that Neymar can start the game or be introduced from the bench, depending on the needs of the team.“He can play from half-time or the whole 90 minutes. He is very good and works hard, so he is ready. His character is very good, his spirit is good, he is a good player and a good teammate. He is very serious, and we want to return him to play as soon as possible. I am very happy. He brings experience and knowledge, and he is doing very well,” Carlo Ancelotti. Neymar missed Brazil’s first two matches against Morocco and Haiti due to a calf issue.
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