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Neymar to Skip Away Games for Santos to Focus on World Cup Fitness

Published March 28, 2026, 17:18
Neymar to Skip Away Games for Santos to Focus on World Cup Fitness

Neymar has decided to not play in Santos' away games in order to protect his physical condition ahead of the World Cup. This decision has sparked debate in Brazil, as he wants to avoid injuries after a series of problems. He wants to be in shape for the World Cup, but it raises questions as to how he will manage to play in a tournament that requires many consecutive matches if he cannot play regularly. The World Cup squad list will be announced on May 18th.