A slap in the face for the son of a former star striker: Neymar causes a stir at FC Santos training
Brazilian website Globoesporte and ESPN report that the 34-year-old and Robinho’s son came to blows during a first-team training session.
Reports state that a scuffle broke out during training, with Neymar allegedly slapping Robinho Junior. Brazilian outlet Globoesporte describes “shoving and scuffling” between the pair, and a teammate who witnessed the incident has backed up the claim of a slap.
The flashpoint reportedly came when the 18-year-old forward performed a dribble that Neymar interpreted as disrespectful; when the youngster refused to stop, the situation escalated.
Neymar later adopted a conciliatory stance, initiating a conversation with Robinho Junior and apologising for his “impulsive behaviour”. For the 18-year-old, however, the matter remains open: his advisors are reportedly pressing the club for a statement.
