Santos Suffer Historic 6-0 Home Defeat as Neymar Breaks Down

Santos FC suffered a historic 6-0 defeat against Vasco da Gama, marking the worst loss in Neymar's career and the club's heaviest defeat against Vasco. Neymar, visibly shaken and in tears, publicly denounced the team's poor performance and expressed deep disappointment, warning that players showing such attitude need not show up again. The loss intensified Santos' relegation worries, with the team now perilously close to the relegation zone. Philippe Coutinho, Neymar’s international teammate, played a key role by scoring twice for Vasco, highlighting the contrast between the two sides. In response to the humiliating defeat, Santos fired head coach Cléber Xavier. Neymar's emotional reaction underscored the gravity of the club's crisis and his personal commitment to fight for the team's revival despite the setback.