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Neymar's World Cup Hopes Hit by Viral Infection

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Adam Moha

28 Apr 2026 1 Min

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Neymar's World Cup hopes hit by viral infection, forcing him to miss Santos training and raising concerns about his chances of making Brazil's squad.

Neymar's World Cup Hopes Hit by Viral Infection
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Neymar's World Cup Hopes Hit by Viral Infection

Neymar Misses Santos Training

Neymar was a notable absentee at Santos training on Sunday, as the squad prepares for continental action. The forward was laid low with a viral infection and was unable to participate in the training session at CT Rei Pelé.

Viral Infection Sidelining Neymar

Santos released an official statement to clarify the situation, stating that Neymar Jr. presented a viral condition on Saturday night, was medicated, reacted well, and continues to be monitored by the Santos medical department.

  • Neymar missed Santos training on Sunday due to a viral infection.
  • The Santos forward was expected to join team-mates who did not travel for the Saturday league fixture against Bahia.
  • Neymar is being monitored by the Santos medical department.
"The athlete Neymar Jr. presented a viral condition on Saturday night, was medicated, reacted well and continues to be monitored by the Santos medical department."

Impact on Brazil's World Cup Squad

The latest setback raises concerns about Neymar's chances of securing a place in Brazil's squad for the upcoming World Cup.

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