Neymar put in a dazzling display for Santos against Juventude, with two goals recorded in front of Brazil national team staff members.
Iconic playmaker must prove fitnessEager to grace World Cup in 2026Doing his best to catch the eyeFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
The enigmatic 33-year-old playmaker has endured more fitness issues since returning to his roots on the back of a forgettable stint in the Saudi Pro League with Al-Hilal. He is, however, determined to grace the 2026 World Cup next summer.
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Brazil’s all-time leading goalscorer needs to prove his form and fitness to Carlo Ancelotti in order to be selected for that tournament. A Selecao delegation was sent to watch Neymar’s latest appearance for Santos.
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He did his best to catch the eye, with a brace being registered in a 3-1 win. His first effort of the game was a composed finish when the ball broke his way six yards out, while his second was successfully converted from the penalty spot.
Executive coordinator of the Brazil national team, Rodrigo Caetano, technical manager Juan and physical trainer Cristiano Nunes were among those in attendance at Estadio do Morumbi – and they will have been impressed by what they saw.