Neymar, Memphis Depay and Thiago Silva are among the leading Brazilian footballers protesting against using artificial turf for league matches instead of natural grass.

They all campaigned online with the same message Tuesday highlighting their fear of increased injury risk for players on the artificial surfaces. Some clubs in Brazil’s top divisions are using artificial turf to allow for multiple uses for stadiums while minimizing damage to the playing surfaces.

Neymar, who recently returned to Santos after a brief stint in Saudi Arabian football, is the biggest surprise on

With upcoming games against Colombia and Lionel Messi's Argentina on the horizon, Brazil coach Dorival Junior has made a significant decision regarding Neymar's return to the national team.

Brazilian soccer fans could be set for a thrilling spectacle this March, as the possibility of Neymar’s return to the national team edges closer to reality. In that case, his return would set up a mouthwatering clash with Lionel Messi when Brazil travels to face Argentina in Buenos Aires on March 26.

Santos manager Pedro Caixinha said it should be Brazil's goal to win a World Cup with Neymar, like Argentina did with Lionel Messi

While regaining his form with strong performances at Santos, Neymar clarified his comeback plans for the Brazil national team.

Neymar turf protest: demands natural grass stadiums in Brazil. On Tuesday, Neymar took the protest to social media with a message expressing concerns over the heightened risk of i

Former Brazilian striker Ronaldo Nazário believes that the Brazilian national team must develop a playing style centered around Vinícius Júnior and Neymar if they hope to win the 2026 World Cup. In an interview with Romário,

Brazilian top flight club Palmeiras say there is no scientific basis for claims made by Neymar, Thiago Silva, and Memphis Depay, who were among the players that launched a campaign against synthetic grass pitches in Brazil.

Neymar is 33 and has played 13 games of football in the past two seasons. But there have been talks over a possible return to Barcelona