India, June 12 -- Brazil opens its FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign on Sunday against Group C opponents Morocco, and all eyes will be on the South American team's playing XI for Neymar's name. The Santos striker made the cut for Carlo Ancelotti's squad after the Italian received backlash from fans and former players. But in the end, nobody really expected Ancelotti to pick Neymar. The Brazilian has been plagued by a string of injuries in recent years.

But after his inclusion, it was revealed that he had a calf injury, and he missed the friendlies against Panama and Egypt. He is also a serious doubt for the opener against Morocco.

Despite his injury and fitness concerns, Ancelotti has decided to keep him in the squad. He has also maintained ...