Neymar prefers Spain over Argentina, Portugal in 2026 World Cup final

Brazilian star Neymar said he would prefer to face Spain, not Lionel Messi’s Argentina or Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal, in the final of the 2026 World Cup. Speaking on Puma Football’s social media, Neymar snubbed both South American and Iberian rivals, saying “Spain. Brazil‑Spain.” Brazil currently has one win and one draw in the group stage and will play Scotland on June 24; Neymar returned to training last week and may feature in that match after missing the first two games due to injury. Argentina have already secured a place in the Round of 32, with Messi scoring five goals in two matches and becoming the tournament’s all‑time leading scorer with 18 goals. Portugal, meanwhile, drew their opener and have yet to score; Cristiano Ronaldo remains goalless and they face Uzbekistan on June 23. Spain is still regarded as a potential tournament winner. For West African fans following the World Cup, Neymar’s comment highlights the possible semifinal‑final pathways and the importance of Brazil’s upcoming match against Scotland in shaping their route to the final. With Messi chasing history and Ronaldo seeking his first World Cup goal, which final matchup excites you most—and how might Brazil’s result against Scotland affect their chances of meeting Spain in the decider?

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