08.12.2025 10:06
In the final week of Brazil's Serie A, Santos secured their place in the league by defeating Cruzeiro 3-0. Despite his injury, Neymar chose to play and played a key role in helping Santos distance themselves from the relegation zone by scoring five goals in the last three matches. Neymar's selfless attitude and high form garnered great appreciation from the fans.
In the 38th week of the Brazilian Serie A, Santos hosted Cruzeiro at the Urbano Caldeira Stadium. In a match where Neymar started in the starting eleven, the home team left the field with a clear 3-0 victory. Santos took the lead in the 26th minute with a goal from Thaciano. Just two minutes later, Thaciano once again stepped up to make the score 2-0. The first half ended with this advantage.
THE SCORE WAS DETERMINED BY JOAO SCHMIDT
In the second half of the match, Santos continued to control the game. In the 60th minute, Joao Schmidt's goal increased the lead to three, and the match ended with this score. After this important victory, Santos raised its points to 47, successfully finishing the season above the relegation zone.
SACRIFICE AND CRITICAL GOALS FROM NEYMAR
Despite his injury for a while, Neymar chose to stay with his team by refusing surgery, making a significant contribution to Santos' fight for survival in the league. The star player, who has scored five goals in the last three matches, has practically carried the team on his back, becoming the key figure that saved the club from relegation. Neymar's selfless attitude and high form have garnered great appreciation from the fans.