In Brazil's match against Uruguay, Neymar was injured in a trip from an opponent. Tears flowed down his eyes as he was carried on a stretcher. Today, we know that Neymar's anterior cruciate ligament and meniscus have been torn and that he needs surgery, and the recovery time is uncertain. He is expected to be out of war for at least six months, but that's a conservative estimate. What is certain is that Neymar's season is completely over.
Neymar has received blessings from many since his injury, including his old team-mates such as Messi, Paredes and Marcelo, as well as clubs such as Riyadh Crescent. Speaking out for the first time after his injury, Neymar said: "It was a very sad moment, probably the worst of all. I know I'm strong, but this time I need the support of my family and friends. Injuries and surgeries are not easy, and thinking about going through it all again four months later feels really tough. But I have faith, even overconfidence, that I will surrender my strength to God, trusting that He will give me strength. Thank you all for your support and concern. ”
As Neymar said, it's all very difficult for him. Think about it, not long after Neymar's comeback, he suffered a serious injury in such a major match with the national team. Successive injuries, combined with his 31-year-old age and his waning ambitions since his trip to Saudi Arabia, can also understand why many believe that Neymar has stepped down the altar.
Recovery is expected to take 6 months, which is a conservative estimate. In other words, if Neymar recovers faster, he may be able to return to the game in 6 months. But he is likely to miss this season's Saudi League and AFC Champions League. However, if he recovers quickly and returns to competitive form, he still has a chance to participate in next year's Copa America.
We hope that Neymar will recuperate, because such a serious injury is a huge blow to professional footballers, especially a player like Neymar who has frequent injuries. Looking forward to his performance after recovery and hoping that he will maintain enough self-discipline to contribute to the national team and the club.