The Dhaka Times Desk Neymar, wearing the number 11 jersey, made his debut in European football for the Barcelona team as a replacement for Alexis Sanchez in the 78th minute. However, Barcelona ended the match 2-2 against Lechia Gdansk. 57 million euros spent Neymar, who came to Barcelona, commented in the post-match press conference that he was happy to be on the field. However, he said that he would have been happier if he had won the match. Messi and Xavi gave a warm welcome to Neymar.
Neymar was on the field for the last fifteen minutes, including extra minutes. Although there is no statement from the club as to why Neymar was not brought down earlier, it is believed that Barca did not want to put Neymar on the field and get injured in the beginning due to the physical football tactics of the opposing players. However, the spontaneous way Neymar played for fifteen minutes was understood by his body language on the field. Neymar completed five perfect passes on the day, four kicks, some traditional magic movements and a scintillating pass with a left backheel.
Neymar's teammates congratulated him on the field after the game. While expressing his feelings at the press conference, Neymar said, "How was my debut? In short, the dream has come true, and I am very happy about it. But I would feel more lucky to play with Messi. But already had the privilege of sharing the dressing room with him. I consider him my idol and he is such a wonderful person!”
Neymar's next game is on August 2 against Santos, the club from which he joined Barca. When asked about this, Neymar replied like a professional player, "It will be a bit different playing against my old club so soon, but I am now in the Barcelona team. I will give my all to this jersey against whomever I play."
Meanwhile, Barca's midfield player Xavi said Neymar's chance to play for Barcelona was destined. He said, "Neymar's Barca game was preordained. Eketo himself is a great player, but he is getting many more supportive teammates, including Messi, coming to Barca. In all sincerity, I believe that Neymar will bring different success for Barcelona. Especially if they continue to improve in their respective areas, Neymar-Messi will be the most aggressive duo in the world. The best players like to stay close. I also know that Neymar is as comfortable playing alongside Messi as Messi is. We will help develop him for the team, so that he can shine for his country as well.”
Asked if Fabregas was being sold by Barca, Xavi said, "These are just rumours. Everyone will see Fabregas regularly in the field in the coming season. Now he's resting, and he's still contracted to Barca."
Reference: gold.com
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