The choice of Brazil He disappointed at the Qatar 2022 World Cup, but the road to a new World Cup dream has already begun in search of the trophy he has lifted so many times and which has now been elusive for more than two decades. Neymar It is his big emblem for the last 10 years, but the star of Sao Paulo He suffered constant injuries and now a new physical problem is complicating it.
The Al Hilal player couldn’t finish the first half of the match played by Brazil against Uruguay for the South American Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
What happened to Neymar? Here are all the details on his injury and upcoming recovery.
What injury does Neymar have?
In the 43rd minute of the first half of the match between Brazil and Uruguay inside this Centenario Stadium in MontevideoNeymar was injured.
The Brazilian was battling for the ball with Nicolas de la Cruz when he fell to the ground and immediately gestured to manager Fernando Diniz to be replaced, before clutching his left knee.
Neymar left the field on a stretcher and was replaced by Richarlison.
NEWS FOR NEW: HE LEFT THE FIELD UNHAPPY AND WITH SEVERE PAIN IN ONE KNEE
The Brazilian star went to contest the ball with De la Cruz and a bad move sent him out of the game #Uruguay at 43 minutes. Neymar left on a stretcher in tears. pic.twitter.com/zMXF26LnLn
— TyC Sports (@TyCSports) October 18, 2023
After the match, Brazilian team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar informed the media that Neymar suffered “a big sprain”.
UPDATES ON NEYMAR’S INJURY! 🚨 Rodrigo Lasmar, doctor #SeleçãoBrasileirastated that the 10 jersey suffered “significant involvement” and more tests will be needed to finalize the diagnosis of what happened as a player. pic.twitter.com/KBtZKppKgn
— TNT Sports BR (@TNTSportsBR) October 18, 2023
However, later studies showed that the Brazilian star He tore the ACL and meniscus in his left knee.
When will Neymar play again?
After confirming the rupture of the ligament, Neymar will be sidelined for 6 to 8 months. I would just go back If all goes as expected, in April 2024.
