In Brazil's opening match against Serbia in Group G of the 2022 World Cup, Neymar suffered an ankle injury. According to the results of the medical examination, the striker born in 1992 suffered a ligament injury and was not strong enough to compete against Switzerland in the next match.
The Globo newspaper quoted Dr. Rodrigo Lasmar as saying: The important thing for Neymar right now is to stay calm. Injury assessments will be conducted daily so that we can get more information and make the most appropriate decision. The goal is to help Neymar recover in time to continue competing in the World Cup. Defender Danilo has suffered the same injury to his left ankle as Neymar and will also miss the match against Switzerland.
Fans have seen Neymar cry on the bench after being injured. With a layer of ribbon wrapped around his ankles, the PSG striker practiced leaving the field on the way to the dressing room.
Recently, the Brazilian football star shared a letter on his personal page: "I cannot fully express my pride and love when wearing the Brazilian national team jersey. If God gave me more opportunities to choose the country to be born in, I would still choose Brazil.
In life, nothing is easy. I always pursue my dreams and goals no matter how difficult it is. I don't want anyone to be hurt and am willing to help within my ability.
I had to face the most difficult moment of my career. It is sad that it will continue to happen at the 2022 World Cup. The feeling of injury is uncomfortable and painful. But I will definitely come back. I will do my best to help the Brazilian team".
Neymar has also suffered a serious injury in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. In the quarter-final against Colombia, the 30-year-old striker suffered a spinal injury. Not only that, his right leg has also had problems since the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
