Brazil's national football team will face Haiti in a friendly match on June 20, 2026, without star player Neymar. The forward was left out of the squad by coach Dorival Júnior to allow him rest ahead of the upcoming season.
The match, scheduled to take place at the Estádio Nacional Mané Garrincha in Brasília, is part of Brazil's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Neymar, who plays for Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia, has been a key figure for the Seleção but was omitted to manage his workload.
Brazil's squad includes other notable players such as Vinícius Júnior, Rodrygo, and Raphinha. Haiti, ranked 89th in the FIFA world rankings, will look to challenge the five-time world champions.
The friendly comes as Brazil continues to build momentum under coach Dorival Júnior, who took over in early 2024. Neymar's absence is seen as a precautionary measure to avoid injury and ensure his fitness for competitive matches later in the year.
