Brazilian football star Neymar da Silva's recent performance has raised concerns regarding his eligibility for the upcoming World Cup. Despite returning to official matches with Santos, his participation in a quarter-final game against Novorizontino highlighted a significant drop in his physical condition. During the match, Neymar's noticeable struggle to keep up with the pace of play was evident, prompting alarm among fans and analysts alike as he failed to reach a ball that went out of play, showcasing a possible decline in speed due to previous injuries.

Following Santos' elimination from the Paulista Championship after a 1-2 defeat to a lower division team, the criticism directed towards Neymar has intensified. Brazilian media is attributing much of the blame for this early exit to Neymar, marking him as a focal point of disappointment. The newspaper "Sport" emphasized the lack of support Neymar is receiving from both the press and public opinion in Brazil, contributing to speculation about his fitness and readiness for international competitions.

As Neymar continues to face scrutiny regarding his performance and physical fitness, the current sentiment suggests that he may be far from the level required for a successful World Cup appearance. Observers note that with his fitness in question, he could potentially miss out on what could be the last chance to compete on the world stage, adding further pressure as he attempts to regain his form and convince both fans and critics that he deserves a spot on the national team.