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Neymar Scores Early, Concedes VAR Penalty in Santos’ 1-1 Draw With Mirassol

The result keeps Santos one point clear of the drop with four games left.

Overview

  • Neymar put Santos ahead after four minutes from a Lautaro Díaz pass at Vila Belmiro.
  • A VAR review confirmed Neymar’s foul on Reinaldo for Mirassol’s penalty, which Reinaldo converted despite Gabriel Brazão getting a touch.
  • Neymar experienced discomfort in his left knee during the first half but stayed on after treatment.
  • Santos are on 37 points and remain just above the relegation zone with only a handful of fixtures remaining.
  • Mirassol moved to 60 points and can clinch a Copa Libertadores place depending on other results, while Neymar later apologized on Instagram for conceding the penalty.