It was meant to be! Neymar is officially part of the selected squad of Carlo Ancelotti for the upcoming World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico, as officially announced on Monday night (18/5).
At a dazzling event held at the 'Museum of Tomorrow' in Rio de Janeiro, the Italian head coach revealed his decision to include the 34-year-old star of Santos in the 26-player national team squad, on the road to a sixth World Cup title for the Seleção.
When the name “Ney” was called, chaos erupted both inside and outside the venue, as large crowds had gathered both outside the building and across various parts of Brazil.
Supporters of the five-time world champions celebrated passionately upon Neymar’s call-up, with some of them bursting into tears.
Even legendary Marcelo couldn’t hide his joy, posting a short clip on social media where he acts like a madman over his friend and former teammate having made Carlo Ancelotti’s squad.