Despite the intense activities at the gym, the star has not yet stepped onto the pitch, and the main concern is that the number 10 avoids rushing his return so as not to suffer another injury.
On another day without participating in the Brazilian team’s field training and outside of the debut against Morocco, on Saturday, striker Neymar has been focusing on internal physical activities to compete in the World Cup as soon as possible.
The technical committee’s prediction is that he will be available against Haiti, on the 19th. To this end, the number 10 has increased the pace of his exercises in the gym, always accompanied by physiologists and physical trainers from the CBF.
Those who follow behind the scenes of the team in the United States describe Neymar’s dedication to training by comparing him to Rocky Balboa, an American movie character who returned to boxing in one of the most recent films in the franchise.
The Brazilian star has spared no effort in his physical training, which mixes strength and high intensity. This Tuesday, he performed cardio on the elliptical machine, with a lower impact, and functional work with physical trainer Cristiano Nunes.
Take care not to get hurt
Care is taken to ensure that Neymar does not present a new problem with his right calf. In the CBF’s opinion, any recurring injury could seriously compromise his participation in the World Cup.
Therefore, the commission opts for gradual recovery. Neymar should only return when he is truly 100%. As you still need to make the transition to the field, with physical training and ball activities, the next ten days until the game against Haiti, in the second round, will be fundamental for this evolution