Zico has proposed a clear test for Neymar Jr. as debate grows over whether the Brazil star should return to the national team ahead of the FIFA World Cup.

Neymar found himself back in headlines across Europe last week after he was brought up as a topic of debate on The Overlap. Gary Neville introduced a new 'Unpopular Opinions' segment, and kicked it off with the following statement: "No Premier League player in history is better than a prime Neymar.

His recent exclusion from friendlies against France and Croatia raised questions, but the forward has made it clear that he remains committed to proving his fitness. The spotlight is on Neymar as he navigates a crucial period at Santos while hoping to secure a spot for Brazil at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

France star forward Kylian Mbappe cannot imagine a World Cup without Neymar playing for Brazil.

France star Kylian Mbappé cannot envision his former Paris Saint-Germain teammate Neymar missing the World Cup.

The emotional weight of international soccer has once again fallen heavily on Neymar, as the Brazilian icon has again responded to a painful decision from Carlo Ancelotti.

Neymar’s World Cup prospects dwindled Monday when Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti omitted him from the squad for a pair of friendlies in the United States.

Neymar Jr. was left in tears following Santos' humiliating loss to Vasco da Gama on Sunday, August 17, as the legendary Brazilian club slipped to a new low. A brace from Philippe Coutinho and goals from Lucas Piton, David Fonseca, Rayan and Danilo Neves ...