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Brazil disappointment: Neymar ruled out of next World Cup match vs Haiti

The Zioneer Intelligence Desk

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Brazil's national team has decided not to risk Neymar in the upcoming World Cup match against Haiti, following his return to full training yesterday, according to sports journalist Ben Goldfriend.

01 · THE DISPATCH

Brazil's World Cup campaign faces a fresh setback as star forward Neymar has been ruled out of the team's next group-stage match against Haiti, according to journalist Ben Goldfriend. The decision, attributed to the Brazilian coaching and medical staff, prioritizes the player's long-term fitness over immediate competition. Neymar had returned to full training yesterday, raising hopes of a return, but the national team has opted against risking a setback. Brazil's performance in the tournament so far has drawn disappointment, as The Zioneer has previously reported on the team's underwhelming form in the group stage. The extent of Neymar's absence — whether limited to this match or extending further — remains unspecified.

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