Santos’ biggest idol of the last decade faces another setback, with Neymar Injured once more and expected to miss the remainder of the 2025 season. The star forward may not be able to help the club in its fight to avoid relegation in the Brasileirão.
Neymar Injured: Latest Update
According to ge, Neymar Injured suffered a meniscus problem in his left knee, an issue serious enough to possibly rule him out of Santos’ final three matches. He felt discomfort on November 19 during the game against Mirassol at Vila Belmiro, and due to Injured, he was rested for the decisive match against Internacional on Monday (24) at Beira-Rio.
Current Situation in the League
With Injured, Santos remains in a dangerous position—17th place with 38 points—right in the relegation zone. The Peixe still has three crucial fixtures left:
- Sport (11/28) at Vila Belmiro
- Juventude (12/03) away
- Cruzeiro (12/07) at home
The absence of Neymar Injured adds more pressure to a squad already fighting to stay in Brazil’s top division.
Long List of Physical Setbacks
Since his major knee injury in October 2023 against Uruguay, Neymar has faced multiple problems that have prevented him from maintaining form:
- In March, Neymar Injured experienced hamstring pain and edema in his left thigh, causing him to miss the Campeonato Paulista semifinals.
- In April, Neymar Injured picked up a semimembranosus muscle injury in his left thigh during a match against Atlético-MG.
- In September, Neymar Injured suffered a grade 2 tear in the rectus femoris of his right thigh.
These repeated issues highlight how often Neymar has been sidelined over the past two years.
Impact on 2026 World Cup Chances
The continuous pattern of Neymar-Injured puts his chances for the 2026 World Cup at risk. Coach Carlo Ancelotti has emphasized that only fully fit and consistently available players will be selected, making recovery essential for Neymar if he hopes to represent Brazil on the world stage.
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