Neymar has provided a significant boost to Santos in their fight against relegation. Initially reported to be struggling with fitness and possibly missing the end of the season, the Brazilian star has been delivering exceptional performances. After an impressive display against Recife last weekend, he followed up with a hat-trick against Juventude, featuring a stunning strike, a precise finish, and a calmly taken penalty. This marks his first hat-trick in over four years, bringing Santos closer to safety, now sitting in 14th place with a slight advantage ahead of the final match.
Following the match, Neymar expressed his relief at regaining form in an interview with Amazon Prime: “I am very happy with these goals and to have helped Santos. Without my teammates, I wouldn’t have achieved this. We are delighted with this victory. There is one match left, and we must give everything at Vila Belmiro. Given the effort I’m putting in to be on the field while prioritizing my fitness as an athlete, whatever happens, happens. I have been dealing with injuries for months, even years. I’m trying to overcome them to be at 100%.” Once Santos secures their survival, Neymar will look ahead to the 2026 World Cup.
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