Brazilian superstar Neymar has been handed the iconic No. 10 jersey for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after being included in Brazil’s squad by head coach Carlo Ancelotti.
Brazil officially confirmed the squad numbers for the tournament, with Neymar retaining the famous shirt traditionally worn by some of the country’s greatest football legends.
The Santos forward secured his place in the squad despite recent injury concerns that had raised questions about his availability for the tournament. Ancelotti has shown faith in the experienced attacker, keeping him in his plans as Brazil aim for World Cup glory.
However, Neymar’s participation in Brazil’s opening match remains uncertain as he continues to recover from a calf injury. The 34-year-old is not yet fully fit and will be monitored closely ahead of the team’s first game.
His selection and the decision to hand him the No. 10 shirt come after months of speculation surrounding his future role within the national team under Ancelotti’s leadership.
As Brazil chase a record-extending sixth World Cup title, Neymar will be hoping to make a significant impact and help lead the Selecao to success on football’s biggest stage.
