Neymar misses Santos training due to viral infection in latest setback to Brazil World Cup squad bid

Neymar’s hopes of securing a place in the Brazil squad for the upcoming World Cup have hit another hurdle following his absence from Santos training on Sunday. The forward was a notable absentee at the CT Rei Pele as the squad prepares for continental action, having been laid low with a viral infection. Santos have confirmed that Neymar was unable to participate in Sunday’s training session at CT Rei Pelé due to illness. The 34-year-old was expected to join team-mates who did not travel for the Saturday league fixture against Bahia, but he remained ... [2129 chars]