Neymar's struggles: Full 90 mins, little impact

Neymar recently played a full 90 minutes in a match against Novorizontino, an effort that saw him largely marked out of the game and inadvertently contributing to the concession of an opening goal just before halftime. Santos coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda publicly supported his star player, stating Neymar is in good physical condition and completes all training sessions.

Vojvoda expressed confidence that Neymar's game would improve with each match and that he would motivate his teammates. The coach believes Neymar will achieve his goals for both Santos and the national team. Despite these recent performances, Neymar is still considered a strong possibility for Brazil's World Cup squad due to his exceptional skill set.

Fellow Brazilian Kleberson recently told GOAL that while Neymar is currently behind in fitness due to injuries and limited playing time over the past year, his talent is undeniable. Kleberson believes that once Neymar regains fitness and game rhythm, he could significantly contribute to the team, even if not at 100% fitness initially. He highlighted Neymar's unique abilities, comparing him to Ronaldinho and stating no other Brazilian player possesses his specific talents.