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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
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Felix Keith

Brazil left sweating over Neymar as star in despair on bench after coming off injured

Brazil’s comfortable win over Serbia in their opening World Cup match had the shine taken off it slightly by an injury to Neymar.

The Selecao began their World Cup campaign with a 2-0 win in Qatar courtesy of two goals from Tottenham striker Richarlison. Tite’s side dominated proceedings and broke through twice in the second half to clinch a deserved win.

But while their performance was almost flawless, there were worrying signs as Neymar had to be substituted in the 80th minute for Manchester United star Antony. The Paris Saint-Germain forward was fouled nine times throughout the match as he received some rough treatment.

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