Brazil legend Ronaldo believes Neymar can play an important role at the 2026 World Cup.

Neymar, 33, has not played for Brazil because of injuries since October 2023.

Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has reiterated that Neymar "needs to be in good physical condition" to be considered for selection.

"Brazil can achieve anything with the players they have available," Ronaldo said .

"Neymar can be, and I believe he will be, an important player in the World Cup. Everyone wants Neymar at 100%. That's what Ancelotti wants, and what he wants too. In his mind, I see a strong desire to be at the World Cup and help the Brazilian team."

Neymar, who is Brazil's all-time leading scorer with 79 goals, is keen to play in his fourth World Cup next year. He rejoined boyhood club Santos in January

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