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Flamengo manager Filipe Luís has shared his thoughts on Neymar’s decisive goal for Santos in their Brazilian Serie A clash in the early hours of Thursday.
Luís, who previously played alongside Neymar for the Brazilian national team, saw his side fall to a narrow defeat after the former Paris Saint-Germain star netted the lone goal of the match in the second half to secure the win for Santos.
Reacting to the result, Luís expressed disappointment that it was Neymar who ultimately settled the contest, calling it unfortunate that his former teammate had to be the one to decide the outcome.
Speaking at his post-match interview, Luis said: “Everyone knows his quality, how important he is for our football.
“Today I saw Neymar at Serie A physical level. We saw him in duels, in his repositioning, defending and pressuring our defenders, which he had not been doing before our break.
“He is an extraordinary player, a great friend, and a former teammate. I have a very close and good friendship with him.
“It’s a privilege for Brazilian football that he is here again. It’s a shame he managed to decide the game for Santos.
“He is a decisive player, always making a dangerous, effective play or leaving a teammate one-on-one with the goal.”
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