Neymar speaks out after missing match against Mirassol in the Brasileirão | OneFootball

Forward Neymar will not be on the field for Santos’ match against Mirassol this Tuesday, in the 2026 Brazilian Championship. Left out of the game, the player took to social media to speak out after questions were raised about his physical condition and the decisions made since his return to the pitch.

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Neymar has played in three matches this season—scoring two goals—after undergoing knee surgery, and he vented as he addressed the criticism he has received. The player highlighted the difficulty of dealing with constant pressure, regardless of the choices he makes regarding his physical condition.

In his statement, the forward said he feels judged in different scenarios, whether he plays through pain or chooses to rest. “If I play injured, I’m wrong. If I save myself, I’m wrong. It’s very hard to please everyone,” said the player, who also lamented the emergence of stories that, according to him, do not match reality.

Neymar also emphasized the emotional strain caused by the criticism and said he needs to maintain balance to handle the pressure. “What surprises me the most is these people who act like they’re by my side every day and start making up stories. It’s very complicated to be me. I have to have patience to put up with it,” he said.

For load management, Neymar is being rested for the match against Mirassol. Peixe’s priority is to use the star in the weekend’s derby against Corinthians.

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