Cafú backs Neymar, calls for his return and compares him to Messi | OneFootball

The former captain of Brazil questioned his absence from the squad and asserted that, for him, the forward is above the Flea.

Neymar's absence from the Brazilian National Team's list for the FIFA date caused a stir and added a strong voice. Cafu called for his return and compared him to Lionel Messi.

“From my point of view, Neymar is greater than Messi. If he's well, he can join any team in the world”, said the former full-back in an interview.

The 2002 World Cup champion stated that the player's level is unquestionable when he is in good condition and highlighted his importance to the team for over a decade. “Neymar is not questioned when he is well. For 15 years, he had no one at his level to share the responsibility”, he affirmed.

This is not the first time Cafu has taken this stance. In other statements, he had already highlighted the forward's technical skills, although he also pointed out the need to assume a stronger role as a leader within the team.

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