Overview

• Neymar celebrated a stoppage-time attempt as a goal before realizing the shot had been ruled out after rebounding off the post and being secured by the goalkeeper.
• Shortly after Santos’ 1-2 home defeat to SC Internacional, he exchanged heated words with a supporter until goalkeeper João Paulo and security intervened.
• The loss left Santos in 17th place with nine defeats in 15 matches, placing the club firmly in the relegation zone.
• On Instagram Neymar said he felt insulted when a fan labeled him and his father “mercenaries,” arguing that critics may boo his play but should not attack his family.
• He pledged to run, fight and even argue if needed to help Santos climb out of danger and promised to be the first to leave if fans believed he was harming the club.