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The Sun
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Neymar explains heated fan confrontation after Santos defeat
NEYMAR admitted struggling to control his emotions after a heated exchange with a fan following Santos' 2-1 loss to Internacional. The incident occurred after his late goal was disallowed, deepening the club's relegation fears in Brazil's Serie A. The 33-year-old forward, who rejoined Santos this year, confronted a supporter at Vila Belmiro stadium after the match. Videos showed Neymar visibly upset before being led away by a teammate. 'In the heat of the moment, it is difficult to control your feelings when you are unfairly offended,' Neymar wrote on Instagram. He clarified that while he accepts criticism over his performance, insults crossed the line. Santos had trailed by two goals before Álvaro Martín Barreal scored in stoppage time. Neymar believed he had equalised three minutes later, but the referee ruled his shot did not cross the line, sparking outrage among fans. Currently 17th in the league, Santos face relegation if they remain in the bottom four. Neymar's return has been marred by injuries, a red card, and a COVID-19 infection. 'Santos is one of my greatest passions,' he said. 'I will run, fight, shout, and even argue if necessary to get Santos where it deserves to be.' - Reuters
New York Times
5 days ago
- Sport
- New York Times
Neymar alleges fan called him a ‘mercenary' in heated exchange after Santos defeat
Neymar has alleged that a fan called him a mercenary and spoke about his family and friends after Santos' 2-1 home defeat by Internacional on Wednesday. Late into the second half with Santos 2-0, video footage showed Neymar pointing at and having a heated discussion with a spectator. This came after Neymar had thought he had scored and wheeled off in celebration, only to find that officials had decided that the ball did not cross the line. The defeat left Santos in the Serie A relegation zone. After the full-time whistle, the 33-year-old went over to the stands to talk to a fan, with the pair engaging in a conversation that had to be ended by a steward and Santos substitute goalkeeper Joao Paulo. A post shared by Neymar Jr (@neymarjr) In a statement posted to social media, Neymar said: 'In the heat of emotion, it's hard to control your feelings when you've been unfairly offended and I'll never argue with a fan when he's demanding me on the pitch. He has the right to say whether I've played badly or not, and he has the right to boo. Advertisement 'What he can't do is offend me, the way he offended me. (Unfortunately, at the time I only heard him talking, the game was stopped). Saying that I'm a mercenary with my father, talking about my family/friends. I'm sorry but it's hard to control. 'I came to Santos to try and help the club in the best way possible, on and off the pitch. And the day the fans think I can't help anymore or that I'm damaging the club in any way, I'll be the first to pick up my things and leave. 'Santos football club is one of my greatest passions and as long as I have the strength, I will do my best for this club. I will run, shout, and even fight if possible to get Santos where it deserves to be.' Neymar rejoined Santos in January after leaving Al Hilal, and the Brazilian extended his contract with his boyhood club in June. Since making the move, Neymar has made 15 appearances in all competitions, scoring four goals and providing three assists. Santos have only won seven of the games in which he has played. His side are 17th in the division, in the relegation zone on goal difference.
News18
6 days ago
- Sport
- News18
Neymar Angrily Confronts Fan After Loss As Santos' Relegation Woes Continue: WATCH
Last Updated: Neymar confronted a fan after his stoppage-time goal was disallowed, leading to Santos' 2-1 defeat against Internacional. Santos, now 17th in Serie A, faces relegation worries. Neymar was involved in a tense confrontation with a fan on Wednesday night after his dramatic stoppage-time goal was disallowed, sealing a 2-1 home defeat for Santos against Internacional and deepening the club's relegation worries in the Brazilian Serie A. The 33-year-old striker, who returned to his boyhood club this year amid high expectations, approached the stands at Vila Belmiro following the final whistle. Videos circulating on social media show Neymar visibly agitated, exchanging heated words with a fan appearing to criticize him. Santos lost once again last night and they now find themselves in the RELEGATION zone. 🇧🇷After the game, Neymar got into a heated argument with fans. 😤 — Football Tweet ⚽ (@Football__Tweet) July 24, 2025 Santos had been chasing the game after going two goals down. Alvaro Martin Barreal pulled one back just a minute into stoppage time, giving home fans hope of a late comeback. Moments later, Neymar appeared to have equalized with a powerful left-footed strike, celebrating in front of an ecstatic crowd. But the joy quickly turned to dismay as the referee ruled the ball had not fully crossed the goal line. Boos erupted around the stadium, and Santos' hopes were dashed. The loss leaves Santos 17th in the 20-team Brazilian Serie A, currently occupying one of the four relegation spots with just over half the season played. Neymar's Troubled Return to Santos Neymar's homecoming has been far from the fairytale many fans envisioned. Returning to Santos—where he rose to global stardom before stints at Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain—the Brazilian icon has endured a difficult season. Since rejoining the club earlier this year, Neymar has managed only a handful of appearances. He missed several matches due to a recurring ankle injury, which had sidelined him for most of the previous year. His form has been inconsistent when available, and disciplinary issues have compounded his troubles: he was sent off in a key fixture for a deliberate handball and later tested positive for COVID-19, further limiting his contributions. So far, Neymar has scored just two goals in eight league appearances and has yet to complete a full 90 minutes in consecutive matches. While flashes of brilliance remain, his return has been marred by setbacks that mirror the broader struggles of a Santos side flirting with relegation for the first time in their history. Santos, one of Brazil's most storied clubs and the former home of Pelé, have never been relegated from the top division. But with the season slipping away and internal tensions rising, the pressure on Neymar and the entire squad continues to mount. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Star
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Star
Soccer-Neymar confronts Santos fan after late goal ruled out
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Brasileiro Championship - Santos v Internacional - Estadio Urbano Caldeira, Santos, Brazil - July 23, 2025 Santos' Neymar during the match REUTERS/Thiago Bernardes/File Photo (Reuters) -Striker Neymar had a heated exchange with a fan after his late goal was ruled out, condemning his club Santos to a 2-1 defeat and leaving them in the Brazilian Serie A relegation zone. The 33-year-old, who has had a frustrating time since returning to his boyhood club this year, went over to the stands at the end of the game with Internacional on Wednesday night to talk with a fan who appeared to be remonstrating with him. Videos showed Neymar agitated and gesticulating, then raising a thumbs up as a teammate ushers him away. Santos had been pushing for a comeback from two goals with Alvaro Martin Barreal scoring a minute into added time. Three minutes later, Neymar thought he had scored with a left-footed shot and celebrated in front of cheering home fans. But boos rang out across Vila Belmiro stadium as the referee ruled the ball had not crossed the line. Santos are 17th in the 20-club league, where the bottom four are relegated to Serie B at the end of the season. The former Barcelona and Paris St Germain player has had a torrid time since returning: sidelined with injury, sent off for a handball and suffering COVID-19. (Reporting by Chiranjit Ojha in Bengaluru; Editing by Andrew Cawthorne)
AU Financial Review
10-07-2025
- Business
- AU Financial Review
PE's third act: Carlyle swallowing a Santos whale
Other than for deals expertise and slickness, is it helpful having private equity in Santos' $36.4 billion bid? Australian oil and gas hasn't been a happy hunting ground.
