Neymar clashes with fan after Santos’ 2-1 loss to Internacional
Neymar, the captain of Santos FC, got into a heated argument with a fan after his team’s 2-1 loss to Internacional in the Brazilian Serie A.
The incident occurred at the Estádio Urbano Caldeira, where Neymar was visibly furious after the final whistle.
A viral video captured the moment Neymar confronted the fan, with goalkeeper Gabriel Brazão stepping in to deescalate the situation by pulling Neymar away.
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During the match, Neymar was prominent, showcasing his skills and emotional reactions. He thought he’d scored the equaliser and celebrated enthusiastically, breaking the corner flag and attempting to rip his shirt, only to realise the ball hadn’t crossed the line.
Despite his efforts, Neymar couldn’t score, and Internacional secured the win with goals from Johan Carbonero and Rafael Santos Borré. Álvaro Barreal scored a late consolation goal for Santos.
The loss puts Santos in 17th place, firmly in the relegation zone, with 14 points from 15 league games. Internacional, on the other hand, climbed to 10th place with the win.
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Neymar’s frustration was palpable, both on and off the field, as he exchanged words with fans after the match.
This incident highlights the intense emotions surrounding Brazil’s top flight, where narrow margins can have dramatic consequences in the standings.
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