Messi Endorsed Neymar for Brazil World Cup Team Selection

Neymar holds the record as Brazils top scorer in history with 79 goals. He has been sidelined from the national team since a major knee issue in October 2023. Upon his return to Santos last year, he has faced difficulties in keeping up steady performances.

Brazils head coach Carlo Ancelotti has often indicated that Neymar would be in contention provided he regains full fitness. In April, Ancelotti noted that the forward has two months to demonstrate his preparedness.

We aim to have the top talents present at the World Cup, and Neymar irrespective of his current condition remains among the elite Messi remarked during an appearance on the Lo del Pollo programme.

It would be fantastic to witness him participating in the tournament given his significance to Brazil and the sport as a whole.

Messi led Argentina to victory in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and anticipates his last involvement in the event. He also highlighted Brazil as a strong candidate for the 2026 competition along with Spain and France.

Brazil continues to be a formidable force with the talent required to vie for championships in significant competitions he added.

The 2026 World Cup jointly organised by Canada, the United States and Mexico commences on June 11.