Head coach of the Brazilian national team Carlo Ancelotti does not exclude Neymar's promotion to the national team. The forward could be available before he can play in the friendly matches against France and Croatia, which are scheduled for the end of this year..

To get rid of the pressure, the attacker can make his readiness to win intense matches after a difficult break. Until the end of the day, Neymar will be able to play in just two matches - against Mirassol on February 10 and against Corinthians on February 15.

It is important for the coaching staff to monitor the physical form of the football player.

His chances may increase if he demonstrates a competitive game, as well as with regard to personnel problems in the team. Zokrema, Estevan is recovering after a muscle wound, and Rodrigo died through a rupture of the anterior cranial ligament of the knee.

Guess what, Neymar has started the 2026 season after suffering from knee problems. In 2025, he underwent surgery, and first after his return, he appeared on the field on the 16th of February, becoming a substitute in the match against Velo Club, which ended in defeating his team with a score of 6:0.