Mon Oct 21 16:59:25 UTC 2024: **Article Summary:**
– Neymar, the Brazilian star, has made significant progress in recovering from a knee injury and may be ready to play on October 21.
– He suffered an ACL tear and meniscus injury while playing for Brazil in international duty, which has kept him out for a year.
– Neymar resumed training with Al Hilal on September 29, and there’s optimism he will return in time for an AFC Champions League match against Al Ain.
– The final decision on his return will be made by Al Hilal’s coach Jorge Jesus, pending approval from Brazil’s team doctor, Rodrigo Lasmar.
– Lasmar is expected to assess Neymar’s fitness in Saudi Arabia soon.
– Neymar, Brazil’s all-time top scorer, joined Al Hilal from Paris Saint-Germain in August 2023 but had played only five games before his injury.
– The Brazilian Football Confederation is monitoring his condition, hoping he will be ready for World Cup qualifiers against Uruguay and Venezuela in November.
– Neymar’s career has been marred by injuries, particularly since joining the Ligue 1 club, and he experienced a decline in performance compared to his peak at Barcelona.
– He faced multiple injuries while at PSG before transferring to Saudi Arabia, where he is now on the verge of returning to the pitch.
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