Thiago Silva has publicly backed Neymar’s presence at World Cup 2026, insisting that the Brazilian star still has a major role to play for the Seleção.
Despite recurring injuries that have slowed him down in recent years, Neymar continues his career with Santos and remains determined to take part in the tournament in North America. Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti also wants to rely on the best available players, leaving the door open for the 34-year-old forward.
Speaking on TNT Sports, the veteran defender made his position very clear. “If Neymar is fit, he has to play in the World Cup. Given his current level of play, he has to go. It’s indisputable,” he said.
Thiago Silva also highlighted Neymar’s influence on the pitch, adding that “for the opposing team, that’s already a real headache.” With Rodrygo currently dealing with an injury, Neymar could even see his chances increase as Brazil prepares its squad for the global tournament.
dacceinty
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Nyemar let’s go for all
vecabcky
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Thiago you will not going to the 2026 World Cup,because you want to make Don Carlo fail his job,Neymar will not going to the World Cup, he will not selected by Don Carlo.
bwalyaalfred024
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as a Barcelona fan that you are you shouldn't have been able to type this shit well you guys always treat your legends like shit so am not shocked
Neymar is unfit to play in championship and someone wants push for him to push for him to ft at the world cup com'on lemme be brutally honest
juudiknrz
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Fipadlmrt
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so he can come be a ball boy😂😂😂
as a Barcelona fan that you are you shouldn't have been able to type this shit well you guys always treat your legends like shit so am not shocked
bwalyaalfred024
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so he can come be a ball boy😂😂😂
Liwaklmnos
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Neymar is not banned from visiting USA 🇺🇸 or Canada 🇨🇦 or Mexico 🇲🇽 with his private jet 🛩️ as a commentator … so what do you mean pushes ? Have you seen a player with bad knees and poor physical fitness level do well in WC games ?
Raoadekoyz
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Even if he is not fit, he must be selected
Nahceilpuz
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Neymar is the best. !!!!