Brazilian football fans may be set on an exciting spectacle in March, such as the possibility of Neymars returns to the national team edges closer to reality. With Brazil set to face Colombia and Argentina In the coming 2026 World Cup qualificationNeymar’s potential inclusion would highlight his long-awaited return to international football — and a chance to go head-to-head with Lionel Messi In Buenos Aires.
The former Barcelona teammates have not met on the international stage since 2021, and this long -awaited showdown could be set for a dramatic revival. Brazil has fought in Neymar’s absenceAnd his return could give the much needed spark that Seleção has been missing.
Since he made a surprise back to his boy’s club, SantosThe 33-year-old has been on assignment. His time in Saudi Arabia with al-hilal was tormented by injuries and limited him to fair Two performances throughout 2024. But back in familiar territory, he has quickly rediscovered his form and proven that he still has a lot to offer at the highest level.
In just six matches for Peixe, Neymar has already contributed with five targets – two goals and three assists– While he exceeded the total minutes he played in Saudi Arabia. His recent performance toward Limeira inter saw him produce one Spectacular Olimpico targetFurther cementing of his case for a Brazil -recall.
Brazil in great need of goals that coaching staff keeps close to eye
The Brazilian national team coaching staff is said to have followed Neymar’s progress closely. In his Debut match against BotafogoAssistant coach Lucas Silvestre Be present at Vila Belmiro to assess his performance. Head coach Dorival junior And his assistants have remained in constant contact with Santos and monitored the veteran’s physical condition and match condition.
According to GlobosportDorival has already planned to Include Neymar in Brasil’s squad for the qualifying towards Colombia (March 21) and Argentina (March 26). The coach even participated in one Santos collision against Noroeste Match personally to evaluate Neymar’s sharpness and movement on the pitch.
Brazil has met Significant fighters In Neymar’s absence. Despite boasting to attack talents that Vinícius, rodrygo and raphinhaThe team has lacked creativity and groundbreaking finishing. Seleção ended 2024 in disappointing mannerJust wins Three of their last six World Cup qualifiers and suffering an early 2024 Cup America Exit.
Their Attacking struggle were clear in their overwhelming performances against Paraguay, Venezuela and Uruguayonly points Two goals In these three matches. With Neymar like Brazil’s leading goal scores all the time (79 goals in 128 performances)His return would give the team a world -class finisher and player to revive their attack.
Potential Neymar vs Messi Duel
If Neymar gets the call as expected his return would set up a watery collision with Lionel Messi When Brazil travels to face Argentina in Buenos Aires on March 26. This would be Brazilian’s first performance for his national team since his injury in October 2023When he suffered a Severe knee injury against Uruguay on one 2-0 defeat.
A Brazil vs. Argentina -Match always carries historical weight, but the added story of Messi is facing Neymar– Two of football’s biggest icons – would make it a allowed spectacle.
