Neymar has been dealt another devastating physical setback after being ruled out for up to eight weeks with a significant muscle injury. The Brazilian icon was forced off during a crucial cup clash, leaving his boyhood club to navigate a difficult period without their talismanic forward.
Sao Paulo overcame a nervy encounter to defeat Bolivar 3-1 at the Morumbis and advance in the Copa Sudamericana. The victory sets up an explosive quarter-final showdown against Argentine giants Boca Juniors.
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.