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Neymar spent '24 hours playing poker' after being ruled out of Santos game

Neymar allegedly spent almost an entire day playing "high-stakes" poker while sidelined from his duties at Santos due to "load management". The Brazilian icon was ruled out of his club's latest game against Cruzeiro, but his activities off the pitch have sparked a fresh debate regarding his professional commitment.

'Pay attention!' – Romario hits out at Ancelotti over Neymar Brazil snub

Brazil legend Romario has demanded that Carlo Ancelotti "pay attention" following Neymar's omission from the latest Selecao squad. Romario insisted that the Santos forward remains an indispensable asset for the national team as they ramp up their preparations for the 2026 World Cup.

Cafu springs a surprise: "Neither Messi nor Ronaldo – the best is someone else"

The former Roma and Milan full-back is certain: La Pulce and CR7 are not the best of this century.

Rooney brutally claims Brazil star Neymar was never world class

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney says he has never considered Neymar to be world class. The Brazilian superstar has enjoyed a stellar career, winning titles across the globe with Santos, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. The forward has also dazzled in Brazil's colours on the international stage but that's not been enough to impress the former England international.

Santos sack manager after Neymar’s side suffer late defeat

Santos have sacked manager Juan Pablo Vojvoda in the wake of a 2-1 defeat to Internacional on Wednesday. Neymar's side were beaten by an injury-time winner in a result that will reignite fears about relegation. Santos currently sit just one point above the drop zone after seven games of the season and have managed just one win so far in the new campaign.

Neymar 'upset' amid fear he could miss his 'last World Cup'

Neymar has admitted he is feeling "sad" and "upset" after being left out of Carlo Ancelotti’s latest Brazil squad for the upcoming international break. The Santos forward, who is documentation his daily life in a new YouTube series, has acknowledged that the 2026 tournament represents his final chance at World Cup glory.

'I can't keep this quiet' - Neymar speaks out after Brazil squad omission

Neymar has expressed his deep disappointment after being left out of Carlo Ancelotti’s latest Brazil squad. Although he recently managed to play the full 90 minutes for Santos, the legendary forward faces a race against time to prove his fitness for the 2026 World Cup.

Ancelotti Delays Neymar’s Brazil Return but Keeps World Cup Door Open

Carlo Ancelotti has omitted Neymar from his latest Brazil squad for the upcoming high-profile friendlies against France and Croatia. Despite the Santos forward returning to domestic football at the weekend after a lengthy injury, the Italian tactician believes the 34-year-old superstar is not yet at the physical level required to represent the national team.

Ekitike opens up on playing with Messi, Neymar & Mbappe at PSG

Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitike believes his "difficult" stint at Paris Saint-Germain was the perfect bridge to stardom. Despite struggling for consistent minutes in the French capital, the 23-year-old insists that sharing a dressing room with Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Neymar provided him with an incomparable education that is now paying dividends in the Premier League.

Valverde & the 20 players in L'Equipe's exclusive 10/10 club

Within a Real Madrid squad that is packed full of Galacticos, Fede Valverde is rarely singled out for what he offers to Los Blancos despite his obvious importance to the team. On Wednesday, though, he was able to hog the limelight after his stunning first-half hat-trick saw off Manchester City in the Champions League. His performance also earned him the rarest of plaudits: A 10/10 rating from L'Equipe.

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Retire or join Messi in MLS? ‘Truly massive’ Neymar future claim

Neymar has hinted at injuries forcing him to retire at the end of 2026, but a fellow Brazilian is tipping the 34-year-old playmaker to make the “truly massive” call of joining Lionel Messi in MLS. Neymar previously worked with the Argentine GOAT at Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, with Kleberson telling GOAL why a reunion at Inter Miami remains a distinct possibility.

📽️ | The Ultimate Brazilian GOAT? Estevao decides!

Chelsea's sensational teenage winger Estevao Willian has surprisingly snubbed his modern idol in a captivating quick-fire elimination game. Despite his deep admiration for the current generation, the young forward ultimately crowned the legendary three-time World Cup winner as the absolute greatest Brazilian footballer of all time following a series of tough choices.

'Indisputable!' - Silva backs Neymar to make Brazil World Cup squad

Thiago Silva has thrown his significant weight behind Neymar as an "indisputable" pick for Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad. Despite persistent struggles with fitness that have hindered his momentum at club level with Santos, the veteran defender believes Neymar is still capable of being a difference-maker for the Selecao on the world stage.

Santos v Vasco Da Gama - Brasileirao 2026

'Very complicated to be me!' - Neymar fires back at 'made-up stories'

Neymar has hit back at his critics and "made-up stories" concerning his fitness after he was a notable absentee from Santos' 2-2 draw with Mirassol. The 34-year-old was expected to feature in the Brasileirão clash but was ultimately left out of the matchday squad to undergo a specific workload management program, sparking a fresh wave of speculation regarding his physical condition ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Brazil v Bolivia - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

Neymar’s career is football’s biggest tragedy – Here’s Why

He had the world at his feet and more skill than almost anyone alive. Instead, injuries, bad decisions and wasted prime years turned him into the ultimate "what if".

Ancelotti names Neymar in Brazil squad

Neymar has been included in Brazil's expansive preliminary squad for the upcoming friendlies, giving the Santos star a lifeline ahead of the 2026 World Cup. However, with Carlo Ancelotti watching, the legendary forward faces immense pressure. Missing the next match for load control, he has just one game left to prove his fitness and secure his spot in the final selection.

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: Arne Slot wurde am 17. September 1978 in Bergentheim (Niederlande) geboren.
: Ja, Jahre bevor Arne Slot Trainer wurde, war er selbst als Fußballer aktiv. Seine Laufbahn begann in der Jugend des FC Zwolle.
: Arne Slot spielte in der Jugend des FC Zwolle. Für die Profimannschaft absolvierte er als Mittelfeldspieler 164 Partien in der zweiten niederländischen Liga. Danach wechselte er in die Eredivisie zu NAC Breda und von dort fünf Jahre später zu Sparta Rotterdam. Zum Ende seiner Karriere kehrte Arne Slot noch einmal nach Zwolle zurück.
: Arne Slot darf sich niederländischer Pokalsieger und Meister nennen. Zudem gewann er in der Saison 2024/25 mit dem FC Liverpool die Premier League.
: Er hat die Champions League bisher noch nicht gewinnen können.
: Arne Slot hat das Privieleg, zahlreiche Superstars zu trainieren. Zu den bekanntesten Zählen wohl Virgil van Dijk, Mohamed Salah, oder Florian Wirtz.
: Arne Slots Jahresgehalt bei Liverpool beträgt rund 6,6 Millionen Pfund (etwa 7,7 Millionen Euro). Damit ist er einer der bestbezahltesten Trainer der Premier League. Sein vertrag läuft noch bis 2027.
: Arne Slot hat zwei Kinder, einen Sohn namens Joep und eine Tochter namens Isa.
: Seine Frau heißt Mirjam Slot, die mit ihren gemeinsamen zwei Kindern in den Niederlanden lebt.
: Bislang wurde Arne Slot noch nicht zum Welttrainer des Jahres gewählt.
: Sein vollständige Name lautet Arend Martijn Slot. "Arne" ist schon immer sein Spitzname.

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