Brazil is gradually starting to rise again, and I think they will eventually qualify for the 2026 World Cup. Brazil performance is still far from expectations, even though we know they have a very good and even squad depth. I think, if Brazil can get a better manager, they will be considered as a strong candidate to challenge for the trophy in the future. On the other hand, regarding Neymar, I am sure the Al Hilal player will play in to the 2026 World Cup. It must be admitted that the challenge he faces is injury, I think playing in the Saudi Pro League does not make his place in the main Brazilian squad disappear. Neymar may consider returning to Europe after his contract expires with Al Hilal in June 2025.
Two things are certain: that Brazil (if they qualify) will have a terrible World Cup, probably not even making it past the group stage, and that Neymar will return to play in Brazil instead of staying in Saudi Arabia or another club in Europe. He no longer has a market in big teams, so his options are to go play in the United States or continue playing football in the Middle East. However, he has a great market in Brazil, and I believe he will return to Brazil and play for Flamengo.