Will Neymar Jr Play Tonight in Coritiba vs Santos Copa do Brasil 2026 Match?

Coritiba hosts Santos at the Estádio Couto Pereira for a decisive fifth-round second-leg clash in the 2026 Copa do Brasil. Following a cagey 0-0 draw in the first leg at the Vila Belmiro, the tie remains perfectly balanced. The 'Coxa' are desperate to snap a four-match winless streak, relying on home advantage to overcome the visitors. Lionel Messi Backs Neymar Jr to Feature in FIFA 2026 World Cup Campaign For Brazil.

Meanwhile, Santos arrives with momentum after a 2-0 Serie A victory over Bragantino. With no away-goals rule, a victory for either side secures a quarter-final berth, while another draw will lead to a penalty shootout. However, all eyes are on Neymar Jr, whose resurgence remains a major focal point for Brazilian football.

Will Neymar Jr Play Tonight in Coritiba vs Santos Copa do Brasil 2026 Match?

Neymar Jr is expected to start for Santos, whose return to his boyhood club has defined the 2026 season, has been named in the travelling squad for the fixture at the Estádio Couto Pereira.

Santos head coach Fabio Carille confirmed during Tuesday’s final training session that Neymar Jr has recovered fully from the minor muscle fatigue that saw him substituted late in the weekend’s 2-0 win over Bragantino. The 34-year-old has been in prolific form since his high-profile return from Al-Hilal, recording 12 goal contributions in 15 appearances this year. Lionel Messi Salary: Inter Miami Star Becomes Highest-Paid Player in MLS History With USD 25 Million Annual Base Pay.

The Copa do Brasil remains a primary objective for Santos in 2026 as they continue their resurgence in the top flight. For Neymar Jr, the tournament offers a chance to secure his first domestic trophy with the club since the 2012 Recopa Sudamericana.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on May 13, 2026 04:48 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).