Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Neymar Jr is in contention to feature in the Selecao's next World Cup fixture against Scotland after making encouraging progress in his recovery from a right calf injury.
The forward has yet to appear at the tournament, missing Brazil's opening matches against Morocco and Haiti while continuing his rehabilitation.
Ancelotti all but confirmed Neymar's return to action against Scotland, revealing that the veteran forward will soon resume full training after making steady progress in his recovery.
Brazil head into Wednesday's clash with Scotland in Miami Gardens knowing that a draw will be enough to secure their place in the Round of 32, while a victory would guarantee progression in style.
Ancelotti's decision to deploy Matheus Cunha as the central striker against Haiti paid immediate dividends, with the forward justifying the manager's faith with a clinical two-goal display.
