Brazil’s star player Neymar continued to be absent from team training sessions on Friday, ahead of their crucial 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Morocco. The team held a morning practice in New Jersey, preparing for the first round of Group Three competition. Neymar’s absence raises questions about his potential participation in Saturday’s game. No official reason has been given for the captain and all-time leading scorer’s continued absence from training. The rest of the Brazilian squad participated in the session at the New York Red Bulls training facility. This match marks the beginning of Brazil’s qualifying campaign for the 2026 World Cup.