Argentina legend Diego Maradona commented on the Brazil superstar Neymar’s theatrics and overall game in Selecao’s comfortable 2-0 victory against Mexico in the Round of 16 stage of the World Cup and said that the 26-year old must be told to make everyone either cry or laugh during a match.
The 26-year old ace forward scored a goal and assisted another in Selecao’s magnificent 2-0 victory against Mexico but Neymar was once again under the spotlight because of exaggerating fouls by Mexico players rather than his performance with the ball at his feet. The Brazilian did come under harsh treatment from opposition defenders but the general sentiment from fans and footballers have seen the Brazilian being shunned for his actions.
According to a report by Marca, Maradona said on the programme De La Mano del Diez that Neymar must be told to put in a performance during a game that can make everyone cry or laugh.
For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel. “Neymar must be told that ‘either you make us cry or you make us laugh’,” he said.
“When the Mexican stepped on him I wanted to cry but seeing him run with the ball later I wanted to laugh.” Maradona said.
Maradona commented on the game as a whole as well, admitting that he enjoyed the event.
“I enjoyed it because I think I saw a very strong Brazil side that are on their way to the title,” he added.
“I like Tite a lot and he has them very well trained, Mexico could not have asked for anything else.” Maradona concluded.
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