17.03.2026 15:20
Brazil's famous footballer Neymar criticized his exclusion from the national team squad for the friendly matches against France and Croatia. Neymar described the situation as 'sad and disappointing.' Brazil's head coach Carlo Ancelotti attributed Neymar's exclusion to the player's physical condition, stating that the player was not one hundred percent ready.
Brazil's star footballer Neymar made headlines with his statement after not being included in the national team squad. The experienced player openly expressed his disappointment.
"I'M SAD AND DISAPPOINTED"
Neymar, who plays for Santos, spoke after not being included in the squad for Brazil's friendly matches against France and Croatia. The star footballer stated, "I am sad and disappointed for not being called up. But I continue to work, we will reach our goal," he said.
ANCELOTTI EXPLAINED THE REASON FOR HIS DECISION
Brazil's head coach Carlo Ancelotti attributed Neymar's exclusion from the squad to his physical condition. The Italian coach said, "Neymar is not currently one hundred percent ready. He needs to keep playing matches to reach his full physical level."
BRAZIL'S SQUAD HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED
The announced 25-man provisional squad includes important names such as Alisson, Ederson, Marquinhos, Casemiro, Vinicius Jr., and Gabriel Sara. However, Neymar's absence from the list was notable.
THE GOAL IS THE NEXT CALL-UP
The experienced footballer also stated in his announcement that he is focused on the next national team call-up. Neymar aims to improve his form and be included in the squad again.