Italian Carlo Ancelotti, coach of the Brazilian national team, has not revealed his plan for involving Neymar in Monday's round-of-32 match against Japan at the 2026 World Cup, being held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, but confirmed that the veteran striker is physically ready to play more than 15 minutes.
Nevertheless, the Italian manager said at a press conference: "In the end, it depends on how the match goes and the situation that awaits us in tomorrow's game."
Neymar, who commands the most expensive transfer fee in football history, missed Brazil's first two group-stage matches due to a calf injury.
The 34-year-old came on as a substitute in the 75th minute of the third Group C match against Scotland, receiving a tremendous reception from the fans inside the stadium.