As a result of the heavy defeat, Santos FC dropped to 15th position in the 20-team Brazilian Serie A 2025 standings, just two points clear of the relegation zone

Brazilian superstar Neymar was left in tears after Santos FC suffered a humiliating defeat against Vasco da Gama in a Serie A clash. Shortly after the game, Santos also sacked their coach, Cleber Xavier.

After his return to FC Santos, Neymar Jr. has probably reached his lowest point. In front of over 50,000 fans in the home stadium Estádio Urbano Caldeira, the team of the Brazilian star was outplayed by a relegation candidate today.

It was a night of heartbreak and humiliation at the Morumbi Stadium as Santos FC suffered a crushing 6–0 defeat to Vasco da Gama, their heaviest loss in recent memory. The result not only deepened the club’s relegation worries but also

A former Brazil national team and Santos FC coach had harsh words for Neymar. As Neymar slowly works his way back to full form in hopes of returning to the Brazil national team ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup,

The criticisms directed at Neymar extend beyond his off-field actions. Casagrande pointed to the star's lackluster performance during the match against Vasco, particularly in the second half. Despite the crowd's support, Neymar appeared disengaged and ineffective.

Neymar had until June 30 to make a decision with Santos FC, meaning he had six days to spare with the contract extension. He even admitted he had offers to play in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.

Santos FC wanted to keep Neymar until 2013 in order to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the club. The other reason is so that Neymar participates in the 2011 FIFA Club World Cup.

Neymar tore into his teammates after Santos fell to an embarrassing defeat against Brazilian rivals Vasco da Gama over the weekend with Philippe Coutinho stealing the headlines