For much of the past season, Ousmane Dembele looked unstoppable.

At Paris Saint-Germain, he transformed into one of Europe's most influential attacking players, becoming the heartbeat of the French champions' attack. Goals, assists, creativity and leadership followed as he evolved from a dangerous winger into a complete offensive force.

Yet for all the brilliance he displayed at club level, one question continues to follow him whenever he pulls on the blue shirt of France:

Where does Ousmane Dembele truly fit in this team?

France's 3-1 victory over Senegal provided another reminder of the dilemma facing both the player and head coach Didier Deschamps.

While Les Bleus opened their World Cup campaign with a convincing win, Dembele once again struggled to stamp his authority on the match. The attacking spotlight instead belonged to Kylian Mbappe and Michael Olise, whose growing partnership increasingly appears to be the driving force behind France's ambitions in this tournament.

Brazil Taking No Risks

Despite the encouraging signs, uncertainty remains over whether Neymar will be available for selection against Haiti.

Media access to Wednesday's training session was limited to the opening 15 minutes, meaning there was little indication of how close the forward is to returning to full team activities.

Until recently, Neymar had been restricted to indoor rehabilitation work alongside physiotherapists and fitness specialists at Brazil's training centre.

Sources close to the national team continue to stress that the coaching staff are taking a cautious approach and have no intention of rushing their star player back before he is fully ready.

The message from inside the Brazilian camp is clear: Neymar's long-term fitness remains the priority.

Another Setback in a Difficult Journey

The calf injury was sustained during Santos' 3-0 defeat to Coritiba last month and represents yet another obstacle in a career that has been repeatedly interrupted by injuries in recent years.

For Neymar, the frustration has been particularly significant at international level.

The Brazilian captain has not appeared for the national team in nearly three years, making his potential return one of the most anticipated storylines of the tournament.

Throughout his recovery, questions have continued to surround both his physical condition and his ability to make a meaningful impact at World Cup 2026.

Yet every training session completed and every minute spent back on the pitch moves him one step closer to answering those questions.

Brazil Seeking a Response

Brazil's World Cup campaign began in disappointing fashion with a 1-1 draw against Morocco, a result that left supporters hoping for a stronger performance in their second group-stage match.

As the Seleção continue their pursuit of a record-extending sixth World Cup title, the possible return of Neymar could provide a significant boost both on and off the field.

For now, patience remains the watchword.

But with Neymar back training alongside his teammates and gradually increasing his involvement, optimism is growing that Brazil's biggest star may soon be ready to shine once again on football's grandest stage.