Neymar facing Lionel Messi during the South American “Superclasico” on Tuesday?
It's no.
Already qualified for the next World Cup, Brazil will have to dial without its number 10 to face Argentina.
The Seleçao striker felt "
pain in the adductors of the left thigh
", we are assured on Monday.
"
Unable to carry out additional examinations, the technical staff decided to preserve the player who will not go with the delegation to San Juan
", adds the Brazilian "federation" (CBF).
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Note that Messi, forfeited for the last two matches of Paris-SG, should for his part hold his place.
“
He's good physically.
It is confirmed that he will play, we hope he is doing well,
”commented Argentinian coach Lionel Scaloni.
To see if the "Pulga" will start in the starting XI or on the substitutes' bench ... Suspense.
With or without Neymar at the Etihad Stadium?
In the meantime, the countdown has started for Paris-SG, who will face Nantes on Saturday (5 p.m.) in Ligue 1, during the 14th day, and especially Manchester City, next Tuesday (9 p.m.), on behalf of the fifth day. group stage of the Champions League.
A decisive match in the quest for first place in the Group A standings, with the Skyblues currently in the lead.
“Ney” seemed to regain color lately, after a choppy start to the season.
He notably shone against Bordeaux (3-2 victory).