Rio Ferdinand Urges Ancelotti to Include Neymar for World Cup

Rio Ferdinand, a former Manchester United legend, has publicly appealed to Carlo Ancelotti, the head coach of the Brazil National Football Team, to reconsider his decision regarding Neymar's exclusion from the squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. Ancelotti had recently announced Brazil's squad for the March international break, which did not include Neymar, citing that the former Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona star is not 100% fit.

Speaking on his YouTube channel, Ferdinand expressed disbelief at Neymar's absence, emphasizing the player's significance to the World Cup and the memorable moments he can create on such a grand stage. Ferdinand's plea highlights the importance of Neymar as a football icon and his potential impact on Brazil's performance in the tournament.