Santos was set to face Red Bull Bragantino in Paulista Championship Quarterfinale, which aims for his first major trophy since returning to the first division. Again, Neymar showed its shine and opened the score with a fantastic free kick.
In the ninth minute, Neymar was fouled by Pedro Henrique just outside the box. Instead of crossing, Santos star chose to go for goals from a narrow angle. With a powerful strike he found the back of the net and gave the home leadership the lead.
Neymar made a foul against Red Bull Bragantino! And it put Marra and the little dance! ✋🤪🤚🕺 Santos opened the point! #Paulistão2025
In a euphoric celebration, Neymar approached the camera and fans, thumped the chest and screamed “I’m fucking“Means”I’m amazing“In English. This goal was crucial, as there is no other leg, which means that Santos must secure a strong result in order to stay in the competition.
Neymar’s strike against Bragantino Marks his third goal in the last four matches for Santos. During this run, the Brazilian star also registered three assists, including an Olympic goal, which provides a significant moral increase after over a year on the side line.
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