The 2026 World Cup is just around the corner, and several high-profile players have already fallen victim to injuries. Brazil's star forward Neymar, who was a surprising inclusion in Carlo Ancelotti's 26-man squad, has suffered a grade two calf injury. The 34-year-old is unlikely to feature in Brazil's opening match against Morocco on Saturday, but coach Ancelotti is optimistic that he could be back in contention for the team's match against Haiti next Friday.
World Cup Injury Tracker: Neymar, Yamal, Pulisic Latest Updates
UKPulse Sport DeskSeveral high-profile players have suffered injuries ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with Brazil's Neymar and Spain's Lamine Yamal among those who may miss their opening matches. Meanwhile, Christian Pulisic was withdrawn from the US team's win against Paraguay.
- Neymar to miss Brazil's opening match against Morocco due to calf injury
- Lamine Yamal returns to full training for Spain but still a doubt for opener against Cape Verde
- Christian Pulisic withdrawn from US team's win against Paraguay with calf problem
Why this matters: The injuries to these high-profile players could have a significant impact on their teams' chances at the tournament.
What this means for you: What this means for you: If you're planning to watch the World Cup, you may be disappointed to see some of your favourite players missing from the action.