Neymar Returns: Carlo Ancelotti Names Brazil's 26-Man World Cup Squad

Head coach Carlo Ancelotti has finalized his highly anticipated 26-man Brazil squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, highlighted by the dramatic inclusion of superstar Neymar Junior.

The 34-year-old Santos forward, who is Brazil's all-time leading goal scorer, earned his spot despite lingering fitness doubts following a lengthy recovery from a torn ACL. Ancelotti’s selection marks a massive vote of confidence for the veteran, who will now feature in his fourth career World Cup.

The Seleção roster features dynamic attacking depth, anchored by Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior and Barcelona’s Raphinha. Young talents like Endrick and Bournemouth's Rayan inject youth into the frontline. However, Brazil will face North America without injured stars Rodrygo and Estevao.

In the midfield, seasoned anchors Casemiro and Bruno Guimarães will control the tempo. The defensive unit relies heavily on the experienced leadership of Marquinhos and Gabriel Magalhaes, standing ahead of Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker.

Ancelotti emphasized building a resilient team capable of breaking the nation's 24-year trophy drought. Brazil kicks off its Group C campaign against Morocco on June 13 at the New York New Jersey Stadium, followed by matches against Haiti and Scotland.