Neymar, Danilo replacements: What are the options available for Tite ahead of Brazil vs Switzerland?
2 years ago

Neymar, Danilo replacements: What are the options available for Tite ahead of Brazil vs Switzerland?

The Hindu  

Brazil is set to miss its talismanic captain Neymar and right back Danilo for its Group G clash against Switzerland after the duo sustained ankle injuries during its opener against Serbia on November 24. “Neymar and Danilo went through a MRI on Friday afternoon and we found ligament damage in the ankle of both of them,” the team doctor told reporters after the Serbia game. “They will miss the next game for sure and we will be cautious as they will undergo treatment in order to try to get them in shape so they can play again in the World Cup.” Tite, despite the vast attacking resources in stock, will be pondering Neymar’s replacement going into the Swiss game. Tweak in Strategy Neymar’s absence could also force Tite into a change in formation and structure, which could change the way Brazil approach the game.

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Neymar scores for Brazil in return from injury at World Cup
2 years ago

Neymar scores for Brazil in return from injury at World Cup

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — There were no signs of the limp or the swollen ankle that had sidelined Neymar at the World Cup. Neymar scored from the penalty spot in the 13th minute to help Brazil beat South Korea 4-1 and advance to the quarterfinals for the eighth straight World Cup. Brazil coach Tite had said Neymar would play from the …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Neymar fit to face South Korea, says Brazil’s coach Tite
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Neymar fit to face South Korea, says Brazil’s coach Tite

The Hindu  

Brazil forward Neymar will train later on Sunday and is set to play for the five-times champions in their World Cup last-16 match against South Korea after recovering from an ankle injury, coach Tite said. "Neymar will train today in the afternoon and if he trains well he will play," Tite told a news conference. The news of his return …

Neymar fit to face South Korea in FIFA World Cup Round of 16, says Brazil coach Tite
2 years ago

Neymar fit to face South Korea in FIFA World Cup Round of 16, says Brazil coach Tite

The Hindu  

Brazil forward Neymar will train later on Sunday and is set to play for the five-time champion in its World Cup last-16 match against South Korea after recovering from an ankle injury, coach Tite said. “Neymar will train today in the afternoon and if he trains well he will play,” Tite told a news conference. The news of his return …

Neymar, Pulisic, others who are doubtful for World Cup knockouts
2 years ago

Neymar, Pulisic, others who are doubtful for World Cup knockouts

Al Jazeera  

Several World Cup stars are in a race to be fit ahead of the round of 16 after picking up knocks in the group stages. Several big-name players have missed out on the World Cup 2022 through injury, including France’s midfield duo of Paul Pogba and N’Golo Kante. I have medical reports that are on my side.” Cheikhou Kouyate – …

FIFA World Cup: Paqueta illness gives Brazil another selection headache
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Paqueta illness gives Brazil another selection headache

The Hindu  

Five-time world champions Brazil could be without midfielder Lucas Paqueta for its next World Cup Group G game against Switzerland on Monday. The World Cup favourites trained behind closed doors at the Al Arabi Stadium on Saturday and coach Tite gave no clue about team selection in his news conference on Sunday. The versatile 21-year-old forward played in Neymar’s position …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Casemiro backs Rodrygo to replace Neymar in Switzerland game
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Casemiro backs Rodrygo to replace Neymar in Switzerland game

The Hindu  

Versatile Brazil forward Rodrygo has hugely impressed international teammate Casemiro, who said on Saturday he could replace the injured Neymar in Brazil’s next game in the FIFA World Cup 2022. It’s beautiful watching him play.” Rodrygo normally operates on the flanks or as a centre-forward but his coaches at both club and international level have said he can play anywhere …

Neymar shows path to recovery after suffering ankle injury in Brazil's FIFA World Cup opener
2 years ago

Neymar shows path to recovery after suffering ankle injury in Brazil's FIFA World Cup opener

India Today  

Neymar has started to show positive signs of returning for Brazil's FIFA World Cup campaign in time after suffering an ankle injury in Little Canary's opening match. The 30-year-old forward injured his ankle in Brazil's 2-0 win over Serbia in a Group G match. Credits: Neymar's Instagram story He, along with Danilo, who also sustained injury in the match, will …

Neymar will play the FIFA World Cup, says Brazil coach Tite who is confident of the forward's return
2 years ago

Neymar will play the FIFA World Cup, says Brazil coach Tite who is confident of the forward's return

India Today  

Brazil coach Tite has assured fans that star forward Neymar will play a part in the World Cup in Qatar ahead of Selecao's match against Switzerland on Monday. "I believe that Neymar and Danilo will play the World Cup," Tite told a news conference. Marquinhos also opened up about Neymar's injury and said that after the match against Serbia, the …

Neymar shares horrific image of his swollen ankle after hobbling out of Brazil's win over Serbia
2 years ago

Neymar shares horrific image of his swollen ankle after hobbling out of Brazil's win over Serbia

Daily Mail  

Neymar has shared pictures of his injured ankle on Instagram, two days after being taken off in Brazil's opening World Cup game. The 30-year-old PSG forward was substituted with ten minutes remaining of his country's 2-0 win over Serbia on Thursday with a nasty knock. Neymar was taken off with an ankle injury in the second half of Brazil's 2-0 …

Neymar suffers ankle injury vs Serbia at FIFA World Cup; Brazil manager Tite says ‘he will keep playing’
2 years, 1 month ago

Neymar suffers ankle injury vs Serbia at FIFA World Cup; Brazil manager Tite says ‘he will keep playing’

The Hindu  

Despite an emphatic victory in its opening World Cup game against Serbia, Brazil was left to worry about the fitness of Neymar, who was substituted with 11 minutes left to play. Though coach Tite allayed fears of the attacker missing out the next game against Switzerland on November 28, the team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar was a little less committal. The …

FIFA World Cup: Brazil confident Neymar will overcome ankle injury after striker in tears during win vs Serbia
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup: Brazil confident Neymar will overcome ankle injury after striker in tears during win vs Serbia

India Today  

Brazil began their FIFA World Cup 2022 with a dominant 2-0 win over Serbia and Tottenham Hotspur striker Richarlison gave the South American nation plenty to cheer for on Thursday with a wonder goal at the Lusail Stadium. However, Brazil coach Tite is confident that Neymar would be able to carry on and continue playing in the World Cup in …

Neymar to miss rest of World Cup group stage with injury
2 years, 1 month ago

Neymar to miss rest of World Cup group stage with injury

Al Jazeera  

Brazil team doctor says talisman Neymar and reliable defender Danilo face a race to be fit for the last 16 round. Neymar will miss Brazil’s remaining two World Cup group games and faces a fight to be fit for the knockout stage after sustaining an injury in Thursday’s 2-0 win over Serbia, the team doctor has said. The team’s doctor …

Brazil World Cup 2022 squad guide: More than enough quality to deliver the ‘Hex’
2 years, 1 month ago

Brazil World Cup 2022 squad guide: More than enough quality to deliver the ‘Hex’

New York Times  

The five-time winners have incredible depth at their disposal this time around, with arguably the best squad heading to this World Cup. Tite’s succession is already a source of debate in Brazil between traditionalists who back Brazilians like Flamengo’s Copa Libertadores-winning coach Dorival Junior and Gremio’s Renato and those who acknowledge the impact of Portuguese coaches like Jorge Jesus and, …

Tite hoping Neymar can forget club worries with Brazil
2 years, 9 months ago

Tite hoping Neymar can forget club worries with Brazil

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Brazil coach Tite and his players are doing their best to boost Neymar’s morale after the striker’s recent struggles at Paris Saint-Germain, where he has been booed by his own fans. But ahead of the team’s final two World Cup qualifiers, Brazil coach Tite is hoping Neymar can forget about his club’s troubles and rediscover his best …

Without Neymar, Brazil tests its options against Venezuela
3 years, 2 months ago

Without Neymar, Brazil tests its options against Venezuela

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Not having star playmaker Neymar or midfielder Casemiro available for selection will allow Brazil coach Tite to experiment with his lineup in Thursday’s World Cup qualifier at Venezuela. Neymar is serving a suspension after picking up two yellow cards in Brazil’s game against Peru last month and Casemiro has a tooth infection. The selection hints that Brazil’s …

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