Carlo Ancelotti, the head coach of Brazil's national football team, has issued a challenge to Neymar regarding his potential inclusion in the squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, set to be hosted in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Ancelotti stated that while Neymar, Brazil's all-time top scorer with 79 goals in 128 caps, is capable of making a comeback, he will only select players who are physically ready. Neymar has faced a series of injuries since his last match for Brazil against Uruguay in October 2023, including recovery from an ACL injury and knee surgery. Despite his talent, consistency has been a struggle for Neymar, and Ancelotti has made it clear that sentiment alone won't guarantee him a spot on the roster. Neymar is currently being evaluated by the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) and has two months to demonstrate his fitness ahead of the squad announcement in May. The upcoming friendlies against Panama and Egypt will serve as critical opportunities for Neymar to prove himself.