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Closed with ex-Flamengo! Neymar declares himself a player in the 2024 season for the Ballon d'Or

The striker and Brazilian national team player praised the Real Madrid striker in the race for the big prize this season

14 Out 2024 | 10:15 |

The prestige of Vinícius Júnior continues to grow on the global football scene, and this time, one of the biggest names in the sport, Neymar, made a point to publicly demonstrate his support for the young Real Madrid striker. In an interview with the Spanish newspaper AS, Neymar stated with conviction that Vini Jr deserves to win the Ballon d'Or, highlighting not only his technical performance, but also his journey of overcoming and resilience throughout your career. "I'm with Vini Jr for the Ballon d'Or. Nobody deserves it more than him", said Neymar, endorsing the Brazilian striker's candidacy for the best player in the world award.

For Neymar, Vinícius Júnior is not just a great talent on the pitch. The number 10 of the Brazilian team highlighted the fighting character of the young athlete, who faced many challenges in his career, both on and off the field. From an early age, Vini Jr had to deal with severe criticism and even regrettable episodes of racism, which tested his emotional strength. However, Neymar highlighted that, even in the face of these adversities, the Real Madrid striker never let himself get discouraged, exceeding all expectations and becoming a true inspiration for millions of fans around the world. p>

VINI JR WILL DO JUST TO THE CAMPAIGN

Vinícius Júnior's trajectory is marked by a rapid rise, something that did not go unnoticed by Neymar, who was also a prodigy in his youth. The current Al-Hilal striker recalled the criticism Vini faced in his first years at Real Madrid, when many questioned his ability to be an elite player. However, instead of succumbing to pressure,Vinícius responded masterfully on the field, establishing himself as a key player in the Merengue attack, contributing significantly to the club's recent achievements, including the Liga dos UEFA Champions.

In addition to their performance on the field, Neymar stressed the importance of the impact that Vinícius Júnior has outside of himself. The young striker has become a symbol of resistance against racism in football, using his platform to raise his voice against the injustices he suffered and which are still a reality in different parts of the world. Neymar, who has also been a victim of racist attacks throughout his career, was proud of how Vinícius handled these situations and how he has used his influence to promote positive social changes. For Neymar, this makes winning the Ballon d'Or even more significant, as it would be recognition of a player who transcended the sport.

GO FOR THE PRIZE

In recent years, Vinícius Júnior has evolved impressively, developing his skills techniques and becoming one of the main strikers in world football. With his speed, disconcerting dribbling and precision in finishing, he established himself as one of the stars of Real Madrid and the Brazilian team. Neymar, who has followed this evolution closely, believes that the time has come for Vinícius to be recognized for his talent with the most coveted prize in individual football: the Ballon d'Or. "He is a fighter, he has suffered a lot throughout his life , he surpassed all expectations, all criticism, all mockery, and today he has become a great idol, a hero for us", added Neymar, reinforcing his support.

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Saiu! Confira a escalação do Flamengo para enfrentar o Madureira pelo Carioca

Técnico Filipe Luís confirma equipe titular para duelo decisivo no Maracanã; Rubro-Negro defende vantagem de três gols contra o Madureira com novidades

Confirmado entre os titulares, Lucas Paquetá é a esperança de criação do Flamengo na semifinal do Carioca - foto: reprodução

02 Mar 2026 | 19:55 |

A definição do segundo finalista do Campeonato Carioca acontece na noite desta segunda-feira (02), com a bola rolando às 21h (horário de Brasília) no Estádio do Maracanã. Para o confronto de volta contra o Madureira, o técnico Filipe Luís confirmou uma equipe com mudanças significativas, promovendo a entrada de Lucas Paquetá entre os titulares.

O Rubro-Negro entra em campo defendendo uma larga vantagem construída no jogo de ida. A partida terá cobertura completa para quem não for ao estádio, com transmissão exclusiva dos canais por assinatura. O torcedor poderá acompanhar todos os lances ao vivo através do SporTV (TV fechada) ou pelo Premiere (sistema pay-per-view), ambos canais do Grupo Globo.

CONFIRA A ESCALAÇÃO

O Flamengo vai a campo com: Andrew; Emerson Royal, Léo Ortiz, Vitão e Alex Sandro; Evertton Araújo, De La Cruz e Lucas Paquetá; Carrascal, Cebolinha e Pedro. A estratégia visa manter a intensidade para carimbar o passaporte para a final, onde o Fluminense já aguarda o vencedor.

LISTA DE DESFALQUES

A montagem da equipe para esta segunda-feira foi diretamente impactada pelo Boletim Médico do clube. Ao todo, o Flamengo tem seis baixas confirmadas, sendo a ausência de Giorgian De Arrascaeta a mais sentida. Além do meia, o Mais Querido tem outros desfalques.

Bruno Henrique: O atacante foi vetado devido a uma pubalgia e segue em tratamento.
Erick Pulgar: O volante chileno queixou-se de dores musculares após a final da Recopa contra o Lanús e não foi relacionado.
Jorginho e Léo Pereira: Ambos foram vetados pelo Departamento Médico por conta do alto desgaste físico acumulado na última partida.
Saúl: O jogador segue o cronograma de recuperação após cirurgia no calcanhar esquerdo e ainda não está à disposição de Filipe Luís.

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