The decision was taken to allow Neymar to undergo intensive physiotherapy

Last week, Brazil's team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar revealed Neymar, 34, had suffered a calf injury and would be out for up to three weeks.

Com lesão na panturrilha, Neymar desfalca o Brasil contra o Egito e segue tratamento em Nova Jersey para garantir presença na estreia da Copa do Mundo.