Neymar suffered a serious knee injury during Brazil's 2-0 defeat to Uruguay in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match on October 18, 2023. He sustained a torn ligament and meniscus in his left knee, which required surgery. As a result, he is expected to be sidelined for several months, with his recovery period estimated to be between six and 12 months. This injury has forced him to undergo ACL surgery, and it is uncertain when he will be back on the field