🎥 Neymar scores but gives away penalty as Santos stumble at Vila | OneFootball

Neymar was the main protagonist in the Santos versus Mirassol match this Wednesday (19th) at Vila Belmiro.

He left his mark, stayed on the field after feeling discomfort in his left knee, and committed the penalty that secured the 1-1 draw in the 34th round of the Brasileirão.

The result did not give Peixe the expected advantage over Vitória, currently 17th.

And it left Leão do Interior very close to mathematically confirming their spot in the 2026 Libertadores.

Neymar makes the difference

Mirassol started well, putting pressure on Santos.

Even earning two consecutive corners.

Right after the second, Lautaro Díaz spotted Neymar.

The number 10 avoided being offside by returning to the defensive half before sprinting forward.

He saw his marker slip and didn’t waste the chance. His fourth goal in the Brasileirão. The first since August 4th.

Neymar, who made Vila fall silent shortly after, but recovered.

Mirassol was not fazed by the goal. They maintained their approach, making things difficult for the Santos defense. Gabriel stood out. 

Santos had another great chance before halftime after an initiative from Igor Vinícius. But Neymar shot poorly.

Neymar the protagonist again and a draw

Peixe’s number 10 returned for the second half.

And the game continued at a fast pace.

Santos had a good chance, but didn’t take advantage.

And saw Neymar commit a penalty on Reinaldo – confirmed after a VAR review.

Brazão even tried, but Reinaldo scored for the 12th time in the Brasileirão. 

Vojvoda bet on more speed.

Guanaes, in turn, opted for more strength in midfield and ensured fresh legs up front.

Robinho Jr. had a great chance. And Neymar forced Walter to prevent the worst for Mirassol.

Peixe kept pushing, but couldn’t manage two consecutive wins. 

📊 Table and schedule 📅

Santos now has 37 points. They remain one ahead of Vitória, the team just above the relegation zone.

Mirassol, meanwhile, reached 60. And will secure their Libertadores spot if São Paulo does not defeat Corinthians.

Both teams will play again next Monday (24th).

Peixe will visit Internacional at Beira-Rio.

Leão do Interior will host Ceará at Maião.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.

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