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Neymar Brace Lifts Santos Out of Relegation Zone

Brazil’s coaching staff observed his performance to gauge his fitness for a potential recall after his match-winning display.

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Neymar celebra con el argentino Alvaro Barreal en el 3-1 de Santos.
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Overview

  • Neymar scored twice to secure a 3-1 victory over Juventude at Morumbi Stadium.
  • The win lifted Santos to 15th place in the Brasileirão with 18 points, three clear of the relegation zone.
  • Brazil national team coordinator Rodrigo Caetano and fitness coach Cristiano Nunes were in attendance to assess his physical readiness.
  • After the match, Neymar declared he has nothing to prove to Brazil’s selectors as he seeks a return under Carlo Ancelotti.
  • This season he has delivered six goals and three assists in 17 appearances while recovering from knee injuries.