liverpool striker was amazing in 2026 world cup qualifiers.

In their 2026 World Cup qualifying match, Uruguay defeated Brazil 2-0 thanks to goals from Darwin Nunez and Nicolas de la Cruz. Neymar was substituted late in the first half after appearing to sustain a significant knee injury.

The sensation from Saudi Arabia, Neymar, was obviously upset as he was carried off the field on a stretcher.

The 31-year-old was playing in his 128th match for Brazil, and without him, the five-time world champions struggled under new coach Fernando Diniz, who will hold the position at least through the Copa America of the following year.

According to sources with the Brazil FA, the forward had a significant left knee injury and will be evaluated to see whether there was ligament damage.

In the near term, we must be practical and work to get better, stated Casemiro, the captain of Brazil.

“Neymar leaving the game is undoubtedly a big matter. But I’m hoping it’s not the last part. Because of those ailments, it is difficult for him to take up his pace again.

With seven points after the win, Uruguay moved up to tie for second place with Brazil and Venezuela, who earlier shocked Chile 3-0.

Nunez scored the game’s first goal in Montevideo in the 42nd minute with a close-range diving header. Two minutes later, Neymar was injured while tussling with de la Cruz for the ball.

Nunez assisted De la Cruz’s close-range goal in the 77th minute to give the hosts a larger advantage and hand Brazil their first loss in 37 World Cup qualifying games.