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Neymar Scores, Concedes VAR Penalty in Santos Draw That Keeps Relegation Fears Alive

The draw leaves Santos a point above the drop with four matches left.

Overview

  • Neymar put Santos ahead in the 4th minute, his first goal for the club since early August.
  • A second‑half challenge on Reinaldo was upgraded to a penalty after VAR review, producing Mirassol’s equalizer.
  • He received brief treatment after an awkward landing but finished the match, continuing a season marked by more than 100 days lost to injury.
  • Santos remain on 37 points, just one clear of Vitória in the relegation places, with four league fixtures remaining.
  • His deal expires on December 31 and, according to Fabrizio Romano, Premier League clubs have made inquiries, while outlets differ on the final score, reporting either 1-1 or 2-2.