The head coach of the Brazilian national team Tite at a press conference after the match of the 1st round of the group stage with Serbia (2-0) commented on the injury of one of the “Celesao” leaders Neymar, because of which he was replaced in the 79th minute.
“You can be sure that Neymar will play in the World Cup. I am absolutely convinced of that. He will play.
As for Neymar, I want to make one important point. He stayed on the field despite an injury, when he felt pain in his ankle, and helped us score two goals. He stayed because the team needed him. And in the case of the first goal, Neymar had a decisive part in the attack.” – Tite told Globo.
- In the 62nd minute it was Neymar who gave it to Vinicius Júnior, who struck on goal, Milinkovic-Savic parried it, but Risharlison was on the rebound. Later, Ricciarlison sealed his double with a spectacular strike.
- And Neymar was replaced by Anthony on 79 minutes.
- The Brazilian national team doctor said that the medical staff plans to wait a day or two, after which it will become clear how serious Neymar’s ankle injury is.