Neymar left the pitch in tears after Santos lost 6-0 at home to Vasco da Gama, the heaviest defeat of his career. Santos conceded six goals at home in a Brazilian Serie A match for the first time, leaving the eight-time champions two points above the relegation zone. Coach Cleber Xavier was sacked hours after the match. Philippe Coutinho scored twice as Vasco recorded their first league win in six games and their biggest victory in 17 years. Neymar returned to Santos on a short-term January contract and has six goals and three assists from 21 appearances.
"I'm ashamed, he said. I'm totally disappointed with our performance. The fans have every right to protest, obviously without using violence. But if they want to curse and insult, they're in their right."
"I've never experienced this in my life. The tears were from anger, from everything. Unfortunately, I can't help in every way."
"It's a shame to play like that wearing the Santos jersey. Everyone needs to lay their head on their pillow and think about what they want to do."
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