Overview
- Brazil’s federation said an MRI on Monday showed “good progress” in Neymar’s recovery from a Grade‑2 right calf strain and he will continue the national team’s planned rehab.
- Neymar remains in Brazil’s 26‑man World Cup squad and has missed the warm‑up friendlies while working with the team’s medical staff in New Jersey.
- He has used an anti‑gravity treadmill and doubled physiotherapy sessions to maintain fitness and protect the injured calf during progressive strengthening work.
- Coach Carlo Ancelotti has declined to replace Neymar and will await medical clearance after further training to decide if the forward can be available for the June 13 opener or will be managed toward the June 19 match.
- The injury first occurred in mid‑May and the original 2–3 week recovery estimate frames the tight timeline, raising pressure on short‑term decisions about minutes and load management if Neymar returns late.