🇧🇷 When it comes to chasing that elusive sixth FIFA World Cup title, Brazil's Rodrygo knows exactly who they need on the pitch: Neymar Jr. ✨
In a candid chat with ESPN, the Real Madrid star couldn't hide his admiration and anticipation for Neymar's return. \"He's our star, our best player,\" Rodrygo emphasized. \"Anyone can see it, how much he is missed. Having Neymar healthy, which is what we all want, and he is in the final stages of his recovery. We want him back as soon as possible.\"
The 32-year-old Neymar has been sidelined since undergoing surgery for anterior cruciate ligament and meniscus injuries in his left knee back in November 2023. The injuries occurred during a tense CONMEBOL World Cup qualifier against Uruguay in October. 🩺⚽️
Without their talisman, Brazil faced a rocky path, suffering consecutive defeats against Uruguay (0-2), Colombia (1-2), and Argentina (0-1). But hope sparked anew when they broke the losing streak with a 1-0 victory over Ecuador on September 6, thanks to Rodrygo's decisive goal in the 30th minute. 🥅🔥
As the Seleção looks ahead, the return of Neymar could be the game-changer they need. The synergy between him and the young talents like Rodrygo might just be the magic formula to bring the World Cup back to Brazil. 🌟🏆
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Rodrygo stresses Neymar's importance to Brazil in winning World Cup
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