Injuries are a troublesome topic for Neymar Jr. Yesterday, he celebrated his comeback for FC Santos after another forced break. Even during the last training sessions, the Brazilian exuded great anticipation. For his World Cup dream, after months of downtime, he must also convince Carlo Ancelotti that he can help the Seleção.
However, just a few minutes after being substituted in, the exceptional player was rudely tackled.
He was able to continue playing and did not suffer any new injuries afterward, but this nasty attack on his health has an even worse backstory.
This was, in a way, demanded in advance by the ultras of AE Velo Clube Rioclarense.
Before the duel with Santos, the ultras exerted pressure on their own players through a spokesperson. The message was brutally clear: "If you have to prevent Neymar from participating in the World Cup, then let this son of a b**** go down. Screw it. We must do everything to win this game."
It is known that some ultra groups in Brazil exert massive pressure on their clubs. However, there is hardly any video material of such explicit statements. This desperate speech, however, achieved nothing.
Santos won the match decisively with 6-0 despite Neymar's brief appearance, and the relegation of AE Velo Clube Rioclarense was thus sealed.
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