Neymar takes to the field for the first time since being called up World Cup news: Neymar entered the field this Tuesday (16). He did not participate in all of the team's activities, but it was an improvement. The reporter is Kiko Menezes. Even in an unpretentious walk, you can see that Neymar has his head somewhere else: on the ball. You can't see one that already plays with it. He went to the field for the first time since the team got together to compete in the World Cup. A run to warm up your muscles. The first and important step in the transition process from the medical department to the field. 📱Bookmark g1 on Google and follow the main news of the day He started working on sneakers and then moved on to football boots. Neymar did physical exercises, separately from the other players. Not from the ball. Even when she tries to escape and is quickly rescued by the star's skill. Of course, there is still a lot to improve. Magic tricks, for example. Neymar still needs to improve his physical conditioning. Therefore, the chance of participating in the match against Haiti, on Friday (19), is remote. The technical committee is cautious. He doesn't want to skip steps so that the player has the best possible recovery. The injury to his right calf turns one month old this Wednesday (17). Neymar trains with the Brazilian team for the first time at the World Cup National Newspaper/ Reproduction The return to activities on the field was not the only new thing in Neymar's life this week. On Monday (15), he announced that he will become a father for the fifth time – the fourth girl. Families are important nuclei in the lives of players. This Tuesday (16) was a special day for them. They visited the team's training session, followed by lunch at the team hotel. Neymar's return livened up the group's atmosphere. "He's an idol for me, I believe for all the players here. Even the youngest ones. When he's 100%, he's going to be a guy who's going to help us a lot", says Douglas Santos, the Seleção's full-back. And look, it even sparked competitiveness among the players. "The hair, I think mine is prettier", jokes Douglas Santos. Comments Cristiane and Renata Vasconcellos in New York, United States National Newspaper/ Reproduction This Tuesday (16), Jornal Nacional welcomed commentator Cristiane, the greatest scorer in the history of the Olympic Games. Renata Vasconcellos: Neymar entered the field, good news. I want to know what your expectations are for Neymar's possible return to the team. Cristiane, commentator: Firstly, it's great news that Neymar is on the field. Just take him out of the gym, just out of physiotherapy. I think the fans have very high expectations for Neymar's presence on the field. It's already a very good start and it's really cool for us to be able to follow his return. Renata Vasconcellos: The expectation now with Haiti is to win and, if possible, have the highest goal difference. Do you think Ancelotti changes the team? Cristiane: I think he won't change much. Maybe a little in the middle, in attack... Don't make major changes, as he already has a player base with a certain chemistry. And, yes, we need to score goals. The balance is very important in Brazil's group, since, in the first game, we came away with a draw. Even though we had a poor first half, we managed to recover in the second half. But we hope there will be a flurry of goals in this second match. Renata Vasconcellos: Something to fear against Haiti? Cristiane: I think we have to be careful and respectful, but we are talking about the Brazilian team. What Brazilian fans expect, the tradition of Brazilian football. And, of course, letting this first match go by, which was a little below what we would have liked the Seleção to present. But I'm sure it will be a lighter, calmer second game. Renata Vasconcellos: The families visited the players. Is this good for their rapport, for their comfort? Cristiane: I think it's great. Most teams do this with their athletes. I think it disconnects us a little bit from the world, from what's happening out here. It brings peace of mind and security because you have family nearby. GloboPop: click to see videos from the Jornal Nacional stage READ ALSO Home of Jornal Nacional at the World Cup is in the heart of Manhattan Island, in New York Discover Globo’s latest coverage of the 2026 World Cup Special series on the essence of Brazilian football highlights the talent of our players Carlo Ancelotti's path to the Brazilian national team is full of achievements; get to know