BRASILIA // According to the legendary Brazilian playwright Nelson Rodrigues, “what we want from football is drama, tragedy, horror, compassion.” On Saturday, Brazil got it all and yesterday it woke up to the aftermath. “Neymar is out of the Cup” read the headline of Rio-based newspaper Jornal O Globo, alongside a photo of the team's creative force writhing in agony. The 22 year-old forward fractured a vertebra in his spine on Saturday night after a high and reckless challenge from Colombia's Juan Zuniga. Extra, the paper's supplement, added: “Cowardice takes the Cup”. Yesterday was supposed to be a day of celebration after Brazil confirmed their place in the semi-finals with a 2-1 win over Colombia. However, instead of looking forward to a last-four tussle with Germany, all of Brazil is now wondering how the national team will cope without its prolific striker. To continue reading, click here. |
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