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Neymar Out of Brazil’s World Cup Opener with Calf Injury

Published May 28, 2026 · Updated May 28, 2026 · Fox Sports

Brazil forward Neymar will miss the opening match against Morocco as a calf injury keeps him out for two to three weeks, team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar said.

Brazil’s 34‑year‑old star Neymar suffered a grade‑two calf injury during a medical check‑in at the Granja Comary training base. Team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar confirmed the injury will sideline him for Brazil’s opening World Cup game against Morocco on June 13, giving the squad a limited window to replace him before the tournament starts. sweetbonanza.qpon

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