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Is Neymar Playing Tonight? Neymar’s Availability for Argentina vs Brazil World Cup Qualifiers Tonight

Argentina Face Brazil Tonight and Selecao Fans Will Look for Neymar in Their Tough Times, but Will He Play?

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Brazil face Argentina on the road in a crucial World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. While the Selecao are looking to boost their qualification chances, their opponent, Argentina, will be looking to seal their place in the 2026 World Cup. Brazil, in third place in the CONMEBOL rankings, are trailing Argentina.

Argentina, currently sitting at the top of the standings, have been unbeaten in the last four meetings with Brazil. A win in this game for La Albiceleste would virtually secure their spot in the 2026 World Cup. Whereas, Brazil has had a shaky and slow start to the qualifiers campaign.

GIGANTES PELA PRÓPRIA NATUREZA! 🇧🇷

HOJE É DIA DE BRASA!🔥

A Seleção Brasileira entra em campo hoje (25), às 21h, contra a Argentina, no Estádio Monumental, em Buenos Aires. A partida é válida pela 14ª rodada das Eliminatórias da Copa do Mundo 2026.

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They have also struggled in away games in the World Cup qualifiers campaign. They’ve won just once in their last five matches, drawing one and losing three in the remaining games. In such a situation, fans will look for their ace, Neymar, to show some magic after he missed their previous match against Colombia.

Also read: Argentina vs Brazil Odds & Predictions – 03/25/2025

Will Neymar Play Tonight Against Argentina?

Unfortunately, Neymar will not feature against Argentina as well. He was ruled out of Brazil’s squad for both of this month’s qualifiers due to an injury. Coach Dorival Junior confirmed in a video published by the Brazil Football Confederation that Neymar, goalkeeper Ederson, and defender Danilo were unfit to play this month.

Neymar, who rejoined Santos in January, sustained the injury on March 2. He was substituted during Santos’ match against Bragantino after sustaining an injury on his left thigh. He also missed the club’s Sao Paulo state championship semifinal against Corinthians.

In an Instagram story, Neymar expressed his frustration, stating, “The return seemed so close, but unfortunately I won’t be able to wear the most important jersey in the world for the moment.” Real Madrid’s Endrick was called up to replace Neymar in the meantime.

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Argentina vs Brazil Game Details

Time: Tuesday, March 25, 8:00 PM ET

Venue: Estadio Mas Monumental in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Argentina Team News

Lionel Messi (Injury)
Lautaro Martinez (Injury)
Paulo Dybala (Injury)
Nico Gonzalez (Suspension)

Brazil Team News

Ederson (Injury)
Neymar (Injury)
Alisson Becker (Injury)
Gerson (Injury)
Gabriel Magalhaes (Suspension)
Bruno Guimaraes (Suspension)

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Football writer at The Playoffs. I’ve been obsessed with the beautiful game since I was a kid.. Eventually, I realized I could combine my passion for writing with my love for football, and I’ve never looked back. My favorite part of the job is everything—when you’re doing what you love, even a late-night deadline feels like extra time in a thrilling cup final. Lastly, Lionel Messi is the GOAT.