Thu. May 7th, 2026

Neymar Apologizes After Slapping Robinho Jr.’s Son: “I Exaggerated a Bit”

The Brazilian champion, formerly of Barcelona and PSG, has made a public amends following an incident during the match against Deportivo Recoleta in the Copa Sudamericana.

Neymar publicly apologized after an incident where he appeared to slap the son of former teammate Robinho Jr. The star footballer admitted that he “exaggerated a bit” in his reaction.

The incident occurred during a match in the Copa Sudamericana, where Neymar was participating. While details of the exact provocation are not fully clear from the provided text, Neymar’s public acknowledgment and apology suggest a recognized misstep on his part.

Neymar, who has played for top clubs like Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, is a prominent figure in Brazilian football. His apology highlights a moment of candidness regarding his actions on and off the field.

By Rohan Chatterjee

From bustling Kolkata, Rohan Chatterjee has been covering world-scale sporting events for a decade. His special interest in cricket and football, supported by a deep understanding of bookmaking, allows him to create detailed analytical materials. A sports journalism graduate from Delhi University, he became a leading expert in Asian sports leagues analysis. Rohan regularly consults novice bettors and hosts a popular sports analytics podcast in Kolkata.

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