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Neymar Could Miss Brazil's Entire World Cup Group Stage With Calf Injury
Times of India·Tuesday, 16 June 2026
Brazil star Neymar underwent further tests on an injured calf, raising serious doubts about whether he will play any part in the group stage of the FIFA World Cup. Brazil's medical team is reportedly prioritising his long-term fitness and targeting a return for the knockout rounds. The team has struggled creatively without him.
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