FIFA World Cup: Neymar can play against South Korea in the pre-quarterfinals

Brazil star Neymar is expected to play in the World Cup pre-quarterfinal match against South Korea on Monday. Neymar looked healthy during training before this match. The striker injured his right knee during the opening match win over Serbia, ruling him out of the next two matches. Despite the absence of Neymar, Brazil progressed easily to the next round. He is no longer bothered by his ankle and is expected to make it into the starting XI if he is fielded against Korea.

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Brazil coach Tite said, “I prefer to use my best player from the beginning.” He said, “It is the coach who decides and takes responsibility.”To the Brazilian Football Federation Neymar appeared to be in good condition in footage released from the hospital. He was practicing with the ball and taking shots on goal and did not seem bothered by the injury.