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As expected, Neymar faced intense scrutiny from the opposing players, who sought to contain his influence on the game. He suffered five fouls, drawing attention to how players react when matched against a talent like Neymar. Some analysts pointed out that his past reputation as a player who could easily draw fouls may have shifted perceptions, raising questions about potential bias from referees regarding foul calls.
Neymar himself acknowledged that he would approach physical confrontations differently now, choosing to remain calm and composed rather than retaliating or arguing with officials, which could lead to unnecessary bookings.