Will Neymar suit up for Brazil against South Korea in the Round of 16 match?
Brazil’s head coach finally gave his word that their star player would be okay to play against South Korea in the Round of 16 after days of uncertainty and rumors.
Some people find his flashy manner intolerable, while others can’t get enough of it. No matter your perspective, there’s no doubting that he’s a world-class player, if not the greatest. His comeback from injury is thus really welcome news for Brazil as they gear up for the knockout stages of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Neymar is expected back for the Round of 16.
The team has reason to celebrate now that superstar and talisman Neymar is available for Brazil’s match against South Korea on Monday, according to head coach Tite of Brazil. Neymar will train today in the afternoon, and if he trains well, he will play, Tite said in response to a question about his fitness on Sunday regarding the match against South Korea. The forward’s condition had been a subject of speculation for days after he missed Brazil’s final two group games due to ligament damage in his right ankle sustained during the Seleço’s opening match against Serbia. The 30-year-old is obviously essential to Brazil’s aspirations of winning a record-setting sixth World Cup.
How was Neymar’s injury sustained?
In the 80th minute of their Group G opening against Serbia, the Paris St-Germain star was heavily tackled by Nikola Milenkovic. Indeed, when considering the ruthless attacking midfielder, it seems that the Serbians chose to use the bruise and pummel technique. Later, Neymar would call the accident “one of the hardest moments of my career.” He revealed in an Instagram post not only how he was feeling, but also what he was prepared to give in exchange. “Nothing in my life has been simple, and I’ve always had to work hard to achieve my aspirations. I have always helped those in need and have never had any ill will toward anyone. Although my injury is unpleasant and will hurt, I am confident that I will be given the opportunity to recover because I will do everything in my power to support my nation, my teammates, and myself.
