Carlo Ancelotti on Neymar:
“Neymar is not just any player — he is a cornerstone of the Brazilian national team and will be fundamental to our ambitions for the upcoming World Cup. His creativity, vision, and technical ability make him a player who can change the outcome of a game in an instant. When Neymar is at his best, the entire team benefits — he lifts the level of those around him.
I’ve spoken with him directly regarding his preparation, and I emphasized how critical it is that he takes this period seriously. He has enough time ahead of the tournament to fully recover, regain his form, and get into peak physical and mental condition. We are all confident that if he commits himself to the process, he will return as the Neymar the world knows — the one capable of leading Brazil to glory.
Our faith in him remains strong. We see him not just as an important player, but as a leader and symbol of Brazilian football. The World Cup is a stage made for players like him — experienced, talented, and driven. It’s important he knows that we’re counting on him, and that he has all the support he needs to make a strong comeback.”