Neymar, Real Madrid, Liverpool Stars In Singapore; Super Eagles Given Deadline

Published: October 07, 2019

Paris Saint-Germain super star Neymar was among the first set of players to arrive in Singapore ahead of Brazil's next international matches against Senegal (Oct 10) and Nigeria (Oct 13).

The striker was accompanied by his PSG teammates Thiago Silva and Marquinhos, according to Fox Sports Brazil.

Neymar is set to make his 100th appearance for Brazil's national team in one of the friendly matches against the West African opponents.

The former Barcelona player will follow in the footsteps of Cafu, Roberto Carlos, Rivellino, Daniel Alves, Pelé, Djalma Santos, Taffarel, Lucio, Leo, Ronaldo, Gilmar, Ronaldinho Gaucho and Jairzinho who have all made 100 or more appearances for the Seleção.

The three players were released by PSG after their 4-0 win against Angers SCO in which Neymar netted his fourth league goal of the season.

Other Brazilian players in camp include Roberto Firmino, Fabinho (both Liverpool), Richarlison (Everton), Casemiro, éder Militão (both Real Madrid) and Lucas Paquetá (AC Milan), meaning at least nine players will train with the team on Monday.

Meanwhile, allnigeriasoccer.com understands the Nigeria Football Federation have instructed the invited Super Eagles players to arrive at the Fairmont Hotel on Wednesday, October 9 ahead of the friendly against the Brazilians.

Igho Kingsley

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