India, July 1 -- The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said on Tuesday that Lucas Paqueta, a midfielder for Brazil, had a muscular injury to the back of his left thigh during Monday's 2-1 World Cup Round of 32 victory over Japan.

Brazil's all-time leading goal scorer Neymar can make his 2026 World Cup debut in the final group stage match against Scotland.

While Neymar never came on the pitch for Brazil’s 2-1 win vs Japan in the Round of 32 in the FIFA World Cup 2026, he certainly had something to say to an expert who had predicted that Brazil would lose to Japan and be knocked out of the competition.

Saudi Pro League leaders Al-Hilal are expected to gain a big boost this week, when Brazil international Neymar is expected to make his return a year after tearing his ACL. Neymar will be available for selection in Al-Hilal's AFC Champions League game at ...

Neymar has arrived with Brazil and is available for the team's World Cup match against Scotland, another sign the superstar forward is set to make his debut at this year’s tournament after missing the first two matches.

Lucas Paquetá will undergo intensive treatment on a hamstring injury in the hope of playing for Brazil at the World Cup again.