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Estêvão Shines as Neymar Faces Injury Setback

11/28/2025

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Estêvão has emerged as a key player for Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad, scoring five goals since September.
Neymar's return to Santos has been marred by injuries and inconsistency, with only three league goals.
A knee injury may sideline Neymar for the final matches, raising concerns about Santos' relegation and his future.
Coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda's plan to deploy Neymar as a free-roaming forward has not produced results.

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Story summary

Estêvão has emerged as a key player for Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad, scoring five goals since September.
Neymar's return to Santos has been marred by injuries and inconsistency, with only three league goals.
A knee injury may sideline Neymar for the final matches, raising concerns about Santos' relegation and his future.
Coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda's plan to deploy Neymar as a free-roaming forward has not produced results.