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Neymar en el Mundial 2026: ¿cuándo fue la última vez que jugó con Brasil?
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 24, 2026
· 6 min read
Por César López, CNN en Español
Fue titular casi todo el año, pero de la prensa. Neymar estuvo más nombrado entre los medios, como es costumbre, que en las listas y convocatorias de Carlo Ancelotti para volver a vestir la camiseta de la selección brasileña. Regresar a la selección y participar ...
Key takeaway Neymar pasó el corte de los 55 preconvocados y, lleno de esperanza, esperó sumarse a los 26 para regresar a la selección después de más de 900 días de ausencia.
Why this matters in The El Paso
For El Pasoans who follow international soccer, the potential return of Neymar to the Brazilian national team is a significant development. As the city's diverse population includes many fans of the sport, the conversation around Neymar's possible participation in the 2026 World Cup is likely to resonate. El Paso 's own soccer enthusiasts may be weighing in on whether Neymar's experience and skill will be an asset to the Brazilian team, or if his age will be a liability. The fact that Neymar has been an idol for many young soccer players in Brazil, and around the world, adds an extra layer of interest to his story. As El Paso's community continues to grow and diversify, the appeal of international soccer is likely to remain strong, with many residents eagerly following the fortunes of teams like Brazil in upcoming tournaments.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? Por César López, CNN en Español
Fue titular casi todo el año, pero de la prensa. Neymar estuvo más nombrado entre los medios, como es costumbre, que en las listas y convocatorias de Carlo Ancelotti para volver a vestir la camiseta de la selección brasileña. Regresar a la selección y participar ...
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