The Brazilian Football Confederation have confirmed that Neymar is out of the rest of Brazil's World Cup campaign after suffering an injury.
The talismanic Brazil forward has been in stellar form for the national side, scoring four goals so far in the tournament. Their had been reports that he could make a comeback in time for the World Cup final but the CBF revealed that this was not the case.
We wish to clarify that the visit with the doctors of Santos FC, held yesterday (06/07) was a visit of cordiality. Santos are making their facilities available to Neymar Jr for his treatment and recovery after the World Cup.
Any other information on this is pure speculation.
If Neymar Jr is to play a professional match before the originally planned time of recovery, it’s due to his positive progression of the injury as a result of the treatment being performed. No alternative treatment was put into discussion. His return to the pitch depends on his ability to overcome the severe pain he feels.
Neymar was taken off injured in Brazil's dramatic quarter final clash against Colombia after being on the receiving end of a horror challenge. Colombia defender Juan Zuniga knee'd Neymar in the back during an aerial challenge, dashing any hope of the 22-year-old playing any further part for his team in the competition.
Brazil will have to perform without their star player when they face European giants Germany in the semis on Tuesday night.
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