Neymar will miss the crucial match between Santos and Palmeiras on Thursday, November 6, in the Brazilian Championship. Despite expressing a desire to participate, he was ultimately advised against playing.
Neymar’s Exclusion: Medical Advice and Concerns
Sources reveal that both Santos’ medical staff and Neymar’s personal team recommended that he avoid the match. The primary concern is the synthetic pitch at Allianz Parque, which could heighten the risk of reinjury.
Consequently, Neymar was not included in the roster submitted by coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda. However, he is expected to attend the match and support his teammates, having flown to São Paulo by helicopter on Wednesday, November 5.
Preparation for Upcoming Matches
Following a near 50-day absence from play due to injury, Neymar returned to the field last weekend against Fortaleza. His focus now shifts to the next game against Flamengo at Maracanã, scheduled for the coming weekend.
Concerns About Relegation
In addition to Neymar’s absence, Santos is facing significant challenges. The club’s management is increasingly worried about potential relegation to Series B. Recent performances at Vila Belmiro have been disappointing, resulting in lost points against other teams in the relegation battle, such as Vitória and Fortaleza.
- Next matches for Santos:
- Versus Flamengo at Maracanã: Date TBA
The executive team believes it is critical to reclaim their home advantage, which has been missing in recent seasons. Currently, Santos is within the relegation zone, a situation exacerbated by Vitória’s victory over Internacional on November 5.
The alarm bells are ringing for the Alvinegro as they navigate this challenging period in the league.
