Neymar says he played poker during Santos’ Copa Sudamericana qualifier

Neymar announced on social media that he joined a poker tournament while Santos was preparing for the Copa Sudamericana repesca against Universidad Central de Venezuela (UCV). He described the event as a personal day off and insisted it would not affect his performance on the pitch.

Critics responded by questioning his commitment, prompting Neymar to tell them to mind their own business. The club has not issued an official statement regarding the player's extracurricular activity.