Captain of the Brazilian team, Casemiro lamented yet another injury to Neymar and harshly criticized the national team after the defeat to Uruguay in the qualifiers
Casemirofrom the Brazilian Teambroke the silence regarding the defeat to Uruguay in the South American Qualifiers to the World Cup 2026. The Canarinho captain avoided finding excuses and took the blame for the national team’s performance at the Centenário Stadium, which suffered the worst with a score of 2-0 (Darwin Núñez It is Nicolas de la Cruz rocked the nets).
“Of course, in the short term we have to be realistic and say that we need to improve. As much as we say it is adaptation [ao trabalho do técnico Fernando Diniz], there is the quality of the players, who are practically the same. The timing is not good. We have to try to grow, implement the style of play as soon as possible, which is important for us. As a result, we will play better.”said Casemiro.
Furthermore, the steering wheel broke the silence about Neymar, who had to leave the pitch on a stretcher. The number 10 suffered an injury to his left knee and will still undergo tests to determine the severity of the situation. It is worth highlighting that, since 2020, the athlete from Al Hilal he spent 412 days without playing due to injuries.
“Honestly, I didn’t see him (in the locker room). For Neymar to leave the field, it is certainly a very serious moment. I hope it’s nothing. He is a very important player for us, we have immense affection for him. He’s having injuries, injuries, injuries, and when he starts to pick up the pace he has another one. I hope it’s nothing”added Casemiro.
Source: sportbuzz
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