Overview
- Santos' medical staff cited muscle fatigue and coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda left Neymar out against Mirassol as a precaution, preventing Ancelotti from watching him compete.
- Globo reports Neymar is on Brazil's preliminary list for friendlies against France and Croatia, with the final squad due Monday, March 16.
- Ancelotti's previous stance that he needs physical guarantees before selecting Neymar has renewed concern over the forward's national-team return.
- Reports note Real Madrid winger Rodrygo sustained a season-ending ligament injury, which could improve Neymar's selection chances, though any call-up hinges on fitness.
- Brazilian media again highlighted Neymar's 11-season run of absences near his sister Rafaella's birthday, and the player pushed back on speculation in social media remarks.