Neymar's international break ended in heartbreak as the Al Hilal star was stretchered off the pitch against Uruguay in tears.
The 31-year-old's injury was the latest blow to caretaker manager Fernando Diniz's side after they picked up just one point from their last twoBut aside from the defeat, Brazil supporters may have been more concerned by the sight of their star man carted off the field with a seemingly serious knee injury.Both sets of players swarmed the scene after a challenge from goalscorer de la Cruz left Neymar in a heap on the floor, immediately clutching his knee and screeching in pain.
"Imaging tests that will define a definitive diagnosis. It's too early to say . Let's wait for the exams calmly, evaluate calmly, and as soon as we have a definition we will let you know." But despite the criticism against him, Brazil boss Dinaz launched a passionate defence of the forward ahead of their clash against Uruguay, insisting he is one of the"greatest players in world football".
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