Brazilian superstar Neymar returns to training; recovery timeline and World Cup return draw global attention
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- Brazilian superstar Neymar returns to training; recovery timeline and World Cup return draw global attention
- Brazilian football star Neymar has returned to training at the 2026 World Cup after recovering from a right calf injury, raising hopes for his potential return to the pitch in the tournament.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 17, 2026
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Brazilian football star Neymar has returned to training at the 2026 World Cup after recovering from a right calf injury, raising hopes for his potential return to the pitch in the tournament.
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- Brazilian superstar Neymar returns to training; recovery timeline and World Cup return draw global attention (June 17, 2026), PR Times
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- PR Times
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- June 17, 2026
Brazilian football star Neymar has returned to training at the 2026 World Cup after recovering from a right calf injury, raising hopes for his potential return to the pitch in the tournament.
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- 📰 Published: June 17, 2026 at 19:32
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2026 World Cup breaking news.
Central News Agency report
(CNA, Morris Township, USA, June 16 —综合 foreign media reports) Brazil drew 1-1 with Morocco in their opening match of Group C at the FIFA World Cup on the 13th. Star forward Neymar missed the game due to injury. Today, Neymar made his first training appearance of this World Cup, signaling that his return to action may be near.
According to AFP, the 34-year-old star was diagnosed with a right calf injury in late May. Since Brazil's arrival in the United States, he has been undergoing continuous treatment. Today, he took to the field at Brazil's training base in New Jersey, running on the pitch and marking another step forward in his recovery.
However, the all-time top scorer for Brazil has not yet resumed full team training.
Neymar has been an indispensable key player for Brazil in the past three World Cups. His inclusion in this year's squad has surprised some observers.
Since 2023, Neymar has not represented his national team due to injuries. This year, due to various health issues, he has played in only about half of Santos FC's matches in the Brazilian league, the Copa do Brasil, and the Copa Sudamericana.
Brazil will face Haiti in their second group match on June 19 in Philadelphia, and then play Scotland on June 24 in Miami, which will be their final group stage match. (Translation: Yang Zhao-Yan) 1150617
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Central News Agency report
(CNA, Morris Township, USA, June 16 —综合 foreign media reports) Brazil drew 1-1 with Morocco in their opening match of Group C at the FIFA World Cup on the 13th. Star forward Neymar missed the game due to injury. Today, Neymar made his first training appearance of this World Cup, signaling that his return to action may be near.
According to AFP, the 34-year-old star was diagnosed with a right calf injury in late May. Since Brazil's arrival in the United States, he has been undergoing continuous treatment. Today, he took to the field at Brazil's training base in New Jersey, running on the pitch and marking another step forward in his recovery.
However, the all-time top scorer for Brazil has not yet resumed full team training.
Neymar has been an indispensable key player for Brazil in the past three World Cups. His inclusion in this year's squad has surprised some observers.
Since 2023, Neymar has not represented his national team due to injuries. This year, due to various health issues, he has played in only about half of Santos FC's matches in the Brazilian league, the Copa do Brasil, and the Copa Sudamericana.
Brazil will face Haiti in their second group match on June 19 in Philadelphia, and then play Scotland on June 24 in Miami, which will be their final group stage match. (Translation: Yang Zhao-Yan) 1150617
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FAQ
When did Neymar return to training?
Neymar returned to training on June 16, 2026, at Brazil's base in New Jersey.
What injury does Neymar have?
He was diagnosed with a right calf injury in late May and has been in rehabilitation.
Who is Brazil's next opponent?
Brazil faces Haiti in Philadelphia on June 19, then Scotland in Miami on June 24.