LUSAIL, Qatar -- Neymar was pictured in tears on the Brazil bench after leaving his team's 2-0 win over Serbia to begin their World Cup campaign in Qatar on Thursday, after picking up an injury to his right ankle.
Brazil, who are seeking a sixth World Cup trophy, will now have to wait between 24 and 48 hours to find out whether Neymar will play again at this year's tournament, said team doctors.
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Neymar was at the heart of an electric attack for Brazil as Tottenham striker Richarlison scored twice -- including a stunning second -- but the Selecao will now face a nervous few days as they await more news on the fitness of their star player.