A tearful but optimistic Neymar, sent a touching message to his
fellow Brazilians and global fans, regarding a serious back injury
he sustained, when Juan Camillo Zuniga, deliberately kneed him in
the back, effectively ending his 2014 World Cup.
Zuniga is currently facing a FIFA investigation into his conduct. In
my view, as stated previously, it was deliberate [Brazilian Football Player Neymar Sustains Broken Vertebrae During
The 2014 World Cup (Video)]. The day
after the Judiciary Report stated Zuniga could have paralyzed Neymar,
the Brazilian team doctor confirmed, had Zuniga kneed Neymar in the
back 1 inch higher, he would be in a wheel chair.
My dad, a former football player and coach, who loves and respects
the sport is offended by what transpired against Neymar and referred
to the violent challenge as completely inappropriate. He pointed out
the ball wasn't even in the air in a manner Zuniga could have done a
header. He hopped on Neymar's back and kneed him in a violent
manner.
This goes way beyond football. This someone's life and health. For
his part, Zuniga has apologized, but what does not look well for him
is the fact he stated members of the Brazilian squad roughed up
Colombia star Rodriguez on the pitch, giving the impression the
injury on Brazil's star Neymar, was retaliation and revenge.
My dad also stated something very relevant in that the nature of the
injury and how it transpired will make Neymar play differently in
that he will be more guarded about his back. Sports in general is
about hand eye coordination and instinct. Neymar can't let this
interfere with his style and game. Get well soon Neymar.
