Let’s take a look at Neymar’s World Cup chances in the shadow of injury
Brazil, aiming for a sixth World Cup title, will face Cameroon in Group G on Friday. Brazil will be without superstar Neymar. Injury is yet another blow to Neymar’s World Cup ambitions. Let’s check out Neymar’s highs and lows in World Cups.
Missed World Cup – 2010
Neymar made his international debut in 2010. He also scored in the first match against America. But the overload of expectations was chasing Neymar.
The star did not get a place in the 2010 World Cup team. Dunga was the coach of Brazil during the tournament in South Africa. The setback was Dunga’s lack of confidence in 18-year-old Neymar.
Tearful Rio World Cup – 2014
After moving to Barcelona in the Spanish league, Neymar became one of the centers of attention in world football. In the 2014 World Cup held on his home soil, instead of the title, it was tears that came to Neymar’s hands.
Neymar, who has been in good form with four goals in five games, suffered a serious injury in the match against Colombia. Brazil, who went to the semi-finals without Neymar, lost seven goals to one.
No escape for Neymar in Russia either – 2018
Injury became Neymar’s villain in the 2018 Russia World Cup. Neymar injured his ankle. The Canaries’ comeback was defeated by Belgium in the quarter-finals. Neymar has been scorned by the football world for his hair style, diving and constant tears at tournaments.
2022 World Cup and Neymar
Neymar is a player who has faced unparalleled criticism both on and off the field. But Neymar’s preparations ahead of the Qatar World Cup surprised the fans.
Neymar, who is currently playing for the French club Paris Saint-Germain, came to training after finishing his vacation a week ago. The player is bringing out the best performance of the season for PSG. Neymar is at the forefront of the list of players who have scored the most goals and assists. If he scores three more goals for Brazil, he can surpass Pele’s record (75 goals in international football).
Neymar’s club career is rich with trophies. But if Brazil can win the World Cup after two decades, Neymar will also have a place in the list of legends. But the question remains whether Neymar will be able to take the field in the knockout stages.