Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has delivered a major vote of confidence in Neymar ahead of the FIFA World Cup, insisting the forward will remain one of the national team\u2019s most important players.<\/p>\n
Speaking in comments shared by Fabrizio Romano, Ancelotti explained that Brazil\u2019s coaching staff spent a long period assessing Neymar\u2019s recent condition before making their decision on his role within the squad.<\/p>\n
\u201cNeymar will be an important player for us at the World Cup,\u201d Ancelotti said.<\/p>\n
The veteran Italian coach also revealed that Brazil carefully monitored the Santos star throughout the year. According to Ancelotti, the technical staff were pleased with Neymar\u2019s physical progress and consistency during recent months.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe spent the entire year analyzing Neymar. We realized that in this last period he had continuity and was in good physical condition,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
The statement is a significant show of support for Neymar, whose recent years have been heavily affected by injuries and fitness concerns. Questions had emerged over whether the star could still perform at the highest level for Brazil on the international stage.<\/p>\n
However, Ancelotti\u2019s latest comments suggest the former Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona forward remains a central figure in Brazil\u2019s plans heading into the tournament.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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