Uruguay beats Brazil 2-0 in World Cup 2026 Qualifier as Neymar Suffers Injury
Uruguay defeated Brazil 2-0 in the fourth match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers in the CONMEBOL zone. This marks the Seleção’s second consecutive setback after their draw at home against Venezuela just a week ago.
To compound their woes, Brazil lost their star player to injury during the match.
The game didn’t provide the expected spectacle, especially in the first half. During the initial 40 minutes, neither team managed a shot on goal.
The Uruguayan breakthrough came with Darwin Nunez’s header in the 42nd minute. That was just the start of Brazil’s troubles.
A few seconds before halftime, Neymar sustained an injury and had to leave the field.
In the second half, the Brazilian side attempted to alter the course of the match.
Rodrygo hit the post with a free-kick, and his Real Madrid teammate, Vinicius Junior, missed two good opportunities.
This defeat ended Brazil’s impressive 37-match unbeaten streak in World Cup qualifiers, comprising 28 wins and 9 draws, before succumbing to Uruguay, who secured their first victory over Brazil since 2001.
The forward, currently playing for Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal, suffered a serious injury.
The former FC Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain player left the pitch in tears, his hands covering his face.
At this moment, the precise nature and severity of Neymar’s new injury remain unknown.
Given Neymar’s injury history, it is challenging to be optimistic, and all Brazilian fans are concerned about the extent of their star player’s absence.
Source: infos-sports
