Neymar declares 'No Rio, sou Mengão' after NFL game at Maracanã | OneFootball

Neymar attended the NFL game between the Dallas Cowboys and Baltimore Ravens at the Maracanã on Sunday, then said he supports Flamengo in Rio. According to Coluna Do Fla, the Santos No 10 reiterated his affection for the club after the league's debut at the stadium.

During the event he posted videos alongside Flamengo midfielder Jorginho. The appearance underlined his long-standing fondness for the Rubro-Negro.

He had been linked with Flamengo during his return to Brazilian football, and has previously spoken publicly about that relationship.

Despite that, he opted to return to Santos, the club that developed him, and is currently unavailable as he recovers from injury. He is unlikely to face Flamengo in the Brasileirão's next round on 8 October.

Neymar is under contract at Santos until the end of 2026. His next steps remain undecided, and he could stay in Brazil, seek a move abroad or even consider retirement. There is no decision yet.

This season he has eight goals and eight assists in 24 appearances for Santos. Flamengo's Emerson Royal, Jorginho, Saúl and Léo Ortiz also shared images from the NFL game, while Arthur of Santos, Fábio of Fluminense and Everson of Atlético-MG were in attendance.

Source: Coluna Do Fla

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