A tense exchange between former Santos teammates paulo henrique Ganso and Neymar unfolded during a scoreless draw between Santos and Fluminense. The incident occurred after Neymar believed he was fouled and reacted demonstratively, leading to a heated discussion with Ganso on the pitch.
The confrontation, the frist between the two players at Vila Belmiro since both departed Santos, stemmed from Neymar’s frustration over a perceived lack of protection from the officiating crew. Neymar reportedly showed Ganso the marks on his leg resulting from the foul. While tempers flared during the match, the two players reportedly embraced after the final whistle.
This exchange carries weight given the shared history between Ganso and Neymar during their successful stint with Santos, where they were key figures in winning the 2010 Copa Libertadores and Recopa Sudamericana. Their reunion was anticipated by fans, but took an unexpected turn with the on-field disagreement.The incident highlights the competitive intensity of the brasileirão Série A and the lingering connection-and potential friction-between players with a shared past.
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