Brazil superstar Neymar found himself unable to take to the pitch against Switzerland and, yet, still managed to have the final say after watching Manchester United player Casemiro step up and emulate his talismanic presence.
It has been some time since the Selecao added that unprecedented fifth star to their iconic badge and they remain a fanciful pick to make it six at the Qatar showcase. For that to happen, though, Neymar may well need to be back fit and firing in his own bid to emulate World Cup winners such as Pele, Ronaldo and Ronaldinho.
But for United supporters watching these finals unfold, the man they are most keeping an eye on in yellow, Casemiro, will be just as important to keep an eye on.
