France, May 31 -- As well as 79 of his own strikes, Neymar has laid on the pass for 59 goals for his Brazil teammates.

But still there was doubt that he would be included in Carlo Ancelotti's squad for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada, due to his struggles with injury and form.

Neymar broke down in tears after Ancelotti read out his name for the squad during a gala ceremony in Rio de Janiero.

The Santos striker had been watching proceedings on TV at home with family and friends - a moment he shared on his social media. His partner, Bruna Biancardi, hugged him as he sobbed.

It was just the latest dramatic scene in the international career of Neymar da Silva Santos Junior.

In his announcement, Ancelotti said: ...