Neymar has missed a significant amount of time and has not played football due to a serious injury he sustained in the fall of 2023. After a year of absence, his father made a bold statement.

Neymar’s father stated that the time has come for his return, and he is expected back on the field.

“Today it’s time for you to comeback, we wait for you on the pitch and your celebration”, says Neymar’s father.

Neymar returns on the pitch for Al Hilal today after long injury.

Brazilian forward Neymar is set to make his return from a yearlong injury layoff after training and travelling with his club Al Hilal before their Asian Champions League game in the United Arab Emirates, the Saudi Pro League club has confirmed.

“Al Hilal is happy to announce that Neymar will join the squad for the away trip to Al Ain. He’s back,” the club said on Saturday.

“Neymar participated in team training after completing his recovery program,” Al Hilal posted on their social media.

Al-Hilal will play on Monday, October 21, in the AFC Champions League match against Al-Ain. Today Neymar will return to the football field today after a long absence.

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The 32-year-old Brazil forward has not played since sustaining the injury during his nation’s CONMEBOL World Cup qualifier against Uruguay in October last year.

He suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury and underwent surgery in November.

Neymar’s agency said the Brazilian’s love for football and his hope to play in the FIFA World Cup 2026 were bringing him back to action.

“These were days of pain, anguish, and a lot of longing for football, which were overcome with the help of family and friends, always present for our number 10. And all the fans around the world who gave him all support in social media networks,” the statement added.

“The wait is over.”

“Every time I get injured, I come back. But I don’t come back halfway,” a tearful Neymar said in a social media video of him speaking about his recovery with footage of his efforts to come back.

Neymar’s emotional words about his injury

In an interview with NR Sports, Neymar recalled the moment of the injury that sidelined him: “I felt enormous pain and already knew it was serious,” he admitted through tears. However, the forward never lost his determination to come back stronger, staying focused on what he loves most. “What I love most in life is playing football. I suffer every day that I can’t do it. That’s what hurts the most,” he added.

The Brazilian also expressed optimism about his fitness and renewed mentality: “Every time I get injured, I come back. But I don’t come back halfway, and I won’t give up,” he stated confidently.

This return marks an important moment for Neymar, as he looks to regain his form and be decisive once again, both for his club and his country, on the international football stage.

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