When Neymar Jr. called the five football players technically better than him: “He is number 1”

• Neymar did not hesitate to reveal the five players he considered technically better than himself
• Despite admitting he is one of the most skilled players in football, Neymar has named a number of players ahead of him
• The 32-year-old recently made a sensational return to football after a year-long absence due to injuries

Neymar Junior once revealed the five players he believes are more technically gifted than himself, even naming the ones he considers the best.

The Brazilian forward made the admission before returning to action after a year’s absence due to injury.

Neymar makes return from injury

He was sidelined for 369 days and finally made his comeback with a late substitution during Al-Hilal’s thrilling 5-4 victory in the AFC Champions League.

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Neymar was introduced in the 77th minute for Salem Al Dawsari, who had already scored a hat-trick, but did not score but showed flashes of the exceptional talent that has made him one of the most experienced footballers of his generation.

Neymar announces the 5 technically better players

Throughout his career, Neymar was known for his dazzling footwork and creative play, earning him recognition as one of the top players in world football.

His rise to fame began at Santos in Brazil, where his talent quickly caught the attention of Europe’s elite clubs.

Neymar eventually joined Barcelona, ​​where he formed a deadly attacking trio alongside Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez.

His move to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 for a world record transfer fee of £200 million further cemented his status as one of the sport’s biggest names.

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In an interview with Oh My Goal published in 2021, Neymar confidently asserted his own abilities, saying:

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“With all the humility in the world, I consider myself one of the most technical players in football today,” he said, as quoted by SportBIBLE.

However, when asked to name those he believes are even more technically gifted, he gave the credit to several of his colleagues.

“It’s clear it’s Messi because he is the number one, the greatest of them all. Every club, every player loves him. Everyone wants to play with him.”

Neymar also mentioned other top players including Eden Hazard, Kevin De Bruyne, Marco Verratti and Thiago.

This recognition not only shows his great appreciation for his own skills, but also his respect for the artistry of other top football players.

Neymar humiliates defender with nasty nutmeg

In a related report Legit.ng highlighted Neymar’s brilliant return to the pitch after more than a year out.

Demonstrating his trademark skill, Neymar executed a slick nutmeg on an advancing Al Ain defender, leaving him stranded.

Source: YEN.com.gh