Brazilian journalist José Luis Datena has criticized French PSG and Brazil striker Neymar for ignoring the farewell ceremony for the legendary Pelé, who passed away on December 29.
Neymar“If Neymar wanted the club to let him go, he would be here. He repeatedly resolved such issues with PSG when it came to some parties. And why, all of a sudden, the club didn't let him go to Pele's funeral?
Neymar, as a Brazilian player, was obliged to at least get past Pele's coffin. Our football players have become very far from the people. Therefore, we have not won the World Cup for 20 years. In Pele's time, everything was different: the players earned almost nothing, but they played football magically, enjoyed themselves and gave pleasure to others. And now, people like Neymar, first of all, think about money and entertainment, ”Datena said.
