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Roberto Casillas

Neymar Jr. and Memphis Depay Slam Brazil FA For Banning Skill Move

Memphis Depay (left) and Neymar Jr. (middle) are two of the biggest stars in the Brazilian league. | IMAGO/Icon Sportswire

Two of the most well-known names playing in Brazil's top-flight made public statements against a new rule imposed by the Brazilian soccer federation that bans players from doing a specific skill.

CBF announced in a letter that a yellow card will be shown to any player that steps on the ball with both feet, what's known in Brazil as the "Paradinha." An indirect free-kick given to the opposing team will also be part of the sanction.

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