DBasia.news – Neymar did appear impressively at the 2021 Copa America. However, the Brazilian superstar was still criticized for his behavior.
Neymar created an assist for Lucas Paqueta’s goal against Peru in the Copa America semifinal match, Tuesday (6/7/2021) am, WIB. The win sent Brazil to the final, which will await the winner between Colombia vs Argentina.
In addition, it would mean that Brazil have beaten Peru twice in this tournament after picking a landslide victory 4-0 in the group stage. Meanwhile, Neymar shone even more after scoring two goals and three assists in five appearances for the Selecao.
Former Argentina star Oscar Ruggeri was furious with Neymar showing off his skills in Brazil’s first game with Peru. Ruggeri wanted to kick the Paris St. Germain player and was comparing him to Lionel Messi.
“He doesn’t follow any etiquette on the pitch,” Ruggeri told ESPN, before the semi-final between Brazil and Peru.
“He did the tricks when Brazil lead 4-0 over Peru. I would love to hit him with a good shot,” continued the 1986 World Cup winner and two Copa America medals.
“When you see an opponent being crushed and the game is over, you can’t do things like that. It’s true he’s different, but he’s not like Leo [Messi].”
After confirming himself to qualify for the 2021 Copa America top party, Neymar wants to meet his former tandem at Barcelona, Lionel Messi. The superstar and Argentina will qualify if they can beat Colombia, tomorrow (7/7) am, WIB.
“I want to play Argentina, I will support them (semi-final against Colombia),” Neymar stated.