As of June 21, 2026, there are no verified reports from official sources or major sports news outlets confirming that Neymar will return for Brazil's third match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Scotland. The original article claimed that Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti announced Neymar's return after missing the first two matches due to a right calf injury, but a web search found no such announcement.
Neymar, 34, has been sidelined since early June 2026 with a calf injury, and his status for the remainder of the tournament remains uncertain. Brazil has played two matches in Group A, but specific results or lineups were not available in the search results.
The match against Scotland is scheduled for June 25, 2026, at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. Brazil's squad includes other stars like Vinícius Júnior and Rodrygo, but Neymar's participation has not been officially confirmed by the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) or Ancelotti.
Without official confirmation, the claim of Neymar's return remains unsubstantiated. Readers are advised to rely on updates from the CBF or FIFA for accurate information.
