Author of one of the goals in the 4-1 thrashing of the Brazilian team against South KoreaNeymar admitted he feared not returning in time for the World Cup in Qatar 2022 due to lateral ligament injury in the right ankle, along with a small bone edema.
In an interview with SporTV while still on the pitch, the number 10 said he had spent the night crying after the problem was confirmed – supported by family members.
“For sure, there was a lot of fear (about the injury). I had been doing very well, a very good season, and to suffer an injury like I did is very hard. I spent the night crying a lot, my family knows, but everything worked out. It was worth it, worth the effort. I stayed up to 11 in the morning that day treating with the physiotherapist, and on the other days up to 5 6 in the morning. All the suffering is valid so that we can crown a title”, said Neymar.
“When I got injured a thousand things happened: doubts, fears... and I had all the support from my teammates and family. I received good messages, sending good energy. This comforted me a lot. I thank those who prayed, sending messages. I can’t thank you enough. Now I will do everything for the national team to win, I am here with this mission,” he added at a press conference.
The 30-year-old striker scored Brazil’s second goal when he converted the penalty kick, beating goalkeeper Seung-gyu Kim.
Brazil will face Croatia in the quarterfinals
Brazil reached the quarterfinals of the Qatar 2022 World Cup, after beating South Korea 4-1 with goals by Vinicius Jr., Neymar, Paqueta and Richarlison, as in their first 2 matches, the ‘Scratch’ came out determined to take their rival ahead and so it was.
On the other hand, Croatia suffered a little more than necessary to reach the quarterfinals, they had to go to penalties against Japan, where Livakovic saved 3 penalties and gave the Croatians the pass.
The duel for the quarterfinals of the World Cup Qatar 2022 between Brazil and Croatia will be played this Friday, December 9, 2022 at the Education City Stadium.
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