NEYMAR AFFAIR: TENSION RISES BETWEEN BRAZIL AND SPAIN

Tensions between Brazil and Spain have escalated just two months before the start of the World Cup, with Neymar at the center of the controversy. The financial aspects of Neymar’s transfer to Barcelona and his relationship with Lionel Messi have stirred up a lot of discussion, with even former Barcelona icon Johan Cruyff criticizing the club’s decision to sign Neymar.

In response, Brazil coach Luiz Felipe Scolari has come to Neymar’s defense, accusing the Iberian media of orchestrating a conspiracy against the Brazilian star. Scolari argued that Neymar has been unfairly criticized by the Spanish press, which has an interest in undermining his performance in Spain ahead of the World Cup. Scolari emphasized Neymar’s talent and highlighted his contributions to Barcelona’s victories against top teams like Real Madrid, Espanyol, and Atlético Madrid.

These remarks from Scolari are likely to further strain relations between Brazil and Spain, especially considering previous tensions surrounding the naturalization of Brazilian-born Diego Costa as a Spanish citizen.

Tags: Brazil, Spain, Neymar, Luiz Felipe Scolari, Diego Costa, FC Barcelona