Superettan Resumen

Santos star Neymar lashed out at "negative" home supporters after being booed during Thursday's 2-1 Copa Sudamericana comeback victory against Macara at Vila Belmiro. Despite registering two assists to complete a hard-fought round-of-16 first-leg win, the former Brazilian international urged critical fans with pessimistic attitudes to "stay home" instead.

Paredes sparks controversy again on the pitch

Neymar has officially confirmed his retirement from the Brazil national team following a disappointing 2026 World Cup campaign under Carlo Ancelotti. The Santos superstar also took the opportunity to hit back at recent media reports claiming he has been "bullying" younger team-mates in the Vila Belmiro dressing room.

Boca Juniors captain Leandro Paredes has cast doubt on his international future following Argentina's defeat to Spain in the World Cup final. The midfielder revealed that the squad faces crucial decisions regarding their continuity while also dismissing external conspiracy theories surrounding their painful loss.