The '200 billion won fraud' Neymar (33, Santos) is still not in his right mind.
Neymar, playing in the Brazilian professional league for Santos, complained of pain in his left thigh during the second half of the match against Bragantino on the 2nd.
However, Neymar was spotted enjoying the festivities at the Carnival held in Rio on the 3rd and 4th. The player, who reported thigh pain, stood for the entire night of the 3rd to enjoy the festival. Neymar also missed training and rehabilitation while watching the festival on the 4th.
Former Brazilian national team analyst noted, "One has to stand for about 6 hours to watch the Carnival. A professional player has no right to worsen his condition without treating it," criticizing Neymar.
In fact, Neymar faced more criticism from fans when he missed the match on the 9th. Neymar explained, "I had no pain when watching the Carnival. I felt pain on the 6th, and the pain did not go away on the day of the match on the 9th, so I missed it."
By this point, Carlo Ancelotti, head coach of the Brazilian national team, was furious upon hearing news about Neymar. He warned Neymar, saying, "If you want to play in next year's World Cup, I hope you prepare properly."
According to a survey conducted by Folha de São Paulo, 48% of Brazilian fans responded that they do not want to see Neymar play in next year's World Cup. In contrast, 41% indicated they want Neymar to play.
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