Neymar Jr is back with Brazil’s national team. Head coach Carlo Ancelotti named the 34-year-old forward in the 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup on May 18, ending an absence dating back to 2023. The call-up signals Ancelotti’s confidence that the Santos star is fit to compete for Brazil’s sixth world title.
Brazil’s attacking lineup features Vinicius Jr., Raphinha, and teenage sensation Endrick, blending experience with youth. The tournament, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States, represents a chance for redemption for a player whose recent years were lost to injury.
Neymar’s past ties to crypto - including a 2021 NFT deal and Bored Ape purchases - remain just that: history. No new digital assets are attached to his return, and crypto markets showed no movement.