Overview

• Santos fell to 17th place in the Brasileirão with 14 points from 15 matches following a 2-1 home loss to Internacional at Vila Belmiro.
• In stoppage time, Neymar’s shot struck the post and bounced on the goal line but was ruled out, denying him a dramatic equalizer.
• After the final whistle, Neymar confronted a fan who labeled him a “mercenary,” resulting in a heated exchange of insults.
• Since his January return, injuries and uneven performances have limited Neymar to one goal in four months, intensifying fan frustration.
• In an Instagram post, Neymar said he welcomes sports criticism but will pack his bags if personal attacks against him persist.