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Neymar's Return to Santos Cut Short by Injury

4/17/2025

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Neymar's much-anticipated return to the Brazilian Championship with Santos ended in heartbreak as he suffered a left thigh injury just 34 minutes into the match against Atlético-MG, despite the team's 2-0 victory. Overcome with emotion, he sat on the bench receiving treatment, a poignant reminder of the challenges he faces on his road to recovery.

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Neymar's much-anticipated return to the Brazilian Championship with Santos ended in heartbreak as he suffered a left thigh injury just 34 minutes into the match against Atlético-MG, despite the team's 2-0 victory. Overcome with emotion, he sat on the bench receiving treatment, a poignant reminder of the challenges he faces on his road to recovery.