Rodrygo emphasized the importance of Neymar to Brazil's success, stating, "He's our star, our best player. Anyone can see it, how much he is missed. Having Neymar healthy, which is what we all want, [and] he is in the final stages of his recovery. We want him back as soon as possible." This reflects the team's expectation of Neymar's return as crucial for their World Cup aspirations.
Following a tough qualifying streak, Rodrygo mentioned, "Five-time world champion Brazil lost consecutive matches to Uruguay, Colombia, and Argentina. With Friday's win against Ecuador, Brazil now has 10 points and is in fourth place. They face Paraguay next, marking a critical point in their qualifying journey towards a sixth World Cup." This sets the stage for future qualifying matches.
Rodrygo expressed his personal admiration for Neymar, stating, "We always message each other. He is now returning to training with the group. He's a great teammate. It makes me sad when I see someone talking badly about him, because of the person he is. I love him. In addition to being my idol as a player, as a person he has shown himself to be a fantastic person." This highlights the bond and respect among players.
Rodrygo brought attention to Neymar's injuries, noting his past struggles, "The former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain star struggled with injuries, including a serious knee surgery on November 2, 2023. His absence has been felt, particularly during our challenging stretch in World Cup qualifying, and we look forward to having him back on the field where he belongs." This underlines Neymar's critical role in the team.
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