Brazil won in the night from Thursday to Friday against Colombia (2-1) during the qualifications for the 2026 World Cup. And this, in the absence of Neymar JR, forfeit for the rally of March due to embarrassment in the left thigh. The Santos FC player had been summoned for the first time since his serious left knee injury in October 2023.
The opportunity for his compatriot and scorer during the evening, Raphinha, to send a strong message to the Superstar Auriverde. In the columns of France Footballthe Barça striker reaffirmed the importance of the former Parisian in selection and his desire to see him again in the colors of the Seleção.
“As long as Neymar plays football, he will have his place in the selection and he will be important. It is a personality that counts, both on the field and outside, a player with exceptional qualities, as he has proven over the years. There is no reason why he does not return to selection. He is someone who, when he is physically in good shape, can bring wonderful things to the Seleção ”Blaugranas said number 11.