Neymar "axed" from Brazil squad

Brazil coach Tite has left Neymar out of his squad for the upcoming friendlies against Senegal and Nigeria.

The Paris Saint-Germain forward has been in fine form for his club this season, scoring 11 goals in 13 appearances in all competitions.

However, Tite has opted to leave him out of the squad for the friendlies, with the coach saying that he wants to give other players a chance to impress.

Neymar has been a key player for Brazil in recent years, but he has also been criticized for his off-field behaviour.

In 2019, he was banned for three matches by FIFA for his behaviour during a Copa America match against Chile.

He has also been involved in a number of off-field incidents, including a nightclub brawl in 2016.

Tite's decision to leave Neymar out of the squad is likely to be a blow to Brazil's hopes of winning the 2022 World Cup.

The Selecao are one of the favourites for the tournament, but they will need their best players available if they are to lift the trophy.

Neymar is one of the world's best players, and his absence from the squad will be a major talking point in the build-up to the World Cup.