Neymar is a doubt for Brazil's opening game at the World Cup, and he faces stern competition to force his way into their lineup after that.

Brazil thrashed Panama 6-2 at the Maracana on Sunday night. Neymar watched from the sidelines due to his calf injury. And somehow, the shoes he wore on the pitch afterwards became one of the most talked-about moments of the evening.

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Brazil are facing Panama in a friendly prior to the 2026 World Cup, but Vinicius and Neymar are not playing. Brazil are hoping a good result comes in as they play against Panama in their pre- World Cup friendly. However, the ‘ Verdeamarela ‘ won’t have Neymar available. Still, they will hope for a morale-lifting result.

His selection shows the need for a totem even one reconstructed by medicine, scans, rehabilitation and nostalgia

Brazil forward Neymar faces a strict recovery timeline after picking up an injury at Santos, casting massive doubt on his availability for the 2026 World Cup.