Fans are concerned that Neymar will miss the rest of the 2022 World Cup after new images of his ankle were posted on his Instagram story.The Brazilian superstar is set to miss his national teamâs next two Group G matches against Switzerland (November 28) and Cameroon (December 2).But new images have emerged showing a concerning amount of swelling around Neymarâs right ankle.
How bad is Neymarâs injured ankle?
Here are the images that Neymar posted to social media:
Itâs clear that he hasnât given up hope of making the knockout stages, but itâs not looking good for the Paris Saint-Germain superstar.
However, if thereâs even a remote chance that Neymar will be fit to play in the latter stages of the tournament in Qatar then he will remain with the Brazilian squad.
LUSAIL CITY, QATAR - NOVEMBER 24: Neymar of Brazil sits injured on the pitch during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Group G match between Brazil and Serbia at Lusail Stadium on November 24, 2022 in Lusail City, Qatar. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)
Reaction on social media
Football fans are understandably concerned for Neymarâs chances:
Neymar would be a huge miss for Brazil
Brazil are the current favourites to win the World Cup but the absence of Neymar would be a massive blow for the South American nation.
It will put even more pressure on the likes of Richarlison, who scored both of Brazilâs goals against Serbia, over the coming weeks.
LUSAIL CITY, QATAR - NOVEMBER 24: Richarlison of Brazil celebrates after scoring their team's second goal during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Group G match between Brazil and Serbia at Lusail Stadium on November 24, 2022 in Lusail City, Qatar. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
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