Neymar makes Carlo Ancelotti's final Brazil World Cup roster
After months of debate about whether or not the former Barcelona star would be included, Carlo Ancelotti included Neymar in his Brazil World Cup roster.
As Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti listed off names at the live event to unveil his Brazil roster for the 2026 World Cup, fans cheered some of their favorite players' inclusions. Only one provoked a reaction so big it caused the Italian to stop. "Neymar Jr.
, Santos," Ancelotti intoned, setting off cheers, drumming and several fans singing "Ole, Ole, Ole Ole! Neymar! Neymar!
" "Should we continue? " Ancelotti asked before reading off the final three names: Raphinha, Rayan and Vinicius Jr. But while those three players are currently playing at some of the world's top clubs — Barcelona, Bournemouth and Real Madrid — none provoked the emotion of the historic Brazil No.
10. There have been months of debate about whether or not the former Barcelona superstar would make the roster. Currently playing at a high level with Santos in Brazil, the same club where Pele made his name and where Neymar made his professional debut, the 34-year-old still offers enough for Ancelotti to include him — even if he hasn't played for Brazil since October 2023.