In an interview with Romario in recent days, Neymar said he could have replaced Rivaldo at the 2002 World Cup, not wanting to take the place of Ronaldinho or Ronaldo. On social networks, the 1999 Ballon d’Or made a point of responding to his Brazilian compatriot, not hesitating to clash with him.
Between 2017 and 2023, Neymar and Kylian Mbappé cohabited in PSG. If they were very close at the start of their association, the two stars ultimately lost their closeness. According to NeymarKylian Mbappé was jealous of Lionel Messiarrived at PSG during the summer of 2021.
Rivaldo clashes with Neymar
“We had good years of partnership, but after Messi arrived, he (Mbappé) was a little jealous. And then there were fights, a change in behavior”confided Neymar during an interview given to Romario TV.
“No one could take my place”
During the same interview, Romario asked to Neymar who he could have replaced 2002 World Cupwon by the Brazil. And the current number 10 ofAl Hilal replied: « Rivaldo ». What did not please Ballon d’Or 2009. “I heard Neymar say that at his peak, he could have played in my place at the 2002 World Cup. Honestly, I recognize his talent and his quality, and I even believe that he could have been part of this national team, but playing in my place would have been a different story. With all the respect and admiration I have for him, I can say 100% that this would not have been possible. At the time, I was so focused, determined and hungry to win the world title, that no one, no matter how good, could take my place. I say it with a lot of love and respect, but also with the confidence of those who lived this moment and know how much they fought to be world champion,” wrote Rivaldo on Instagram.
