Santos FC faced a difficult match on Wednesday, losing 2-1 to Corinthians in the 9th round of the Paulista Championship. Following a disappointing 0-0 draw against Novorizontin, there was a heightened expectation for Neymar to show that he still had that charisma. While he didn’t have the impact many hoped for this time, the match had a heartfelt moment between Neymar and Memphis Depay.
Neymar and Depay exchange Jerseys
The two players, who have shared a friendship since their days in Europe, engaged in a meaningful conversation after the game and exchanged jerseys and boots. This exchange exemplified their mutual respect and camaraderie.
On Wednesday, March 12, Memphis Depay debuted for Corinthians, donning the legendary number 10 jersey in an electrifying match at the Neo Química Arena during the 9th round of the 2025 Paulistão.
In a standout performance, Memphis was instrumental in Corinthians' impressive 2-1 victory over their rivals, successfully overshadowing his friend, Neymar Junior. Throughout the match, Memphis engaged in fierce battles with defenders Zé Ivaldo and João Basso, showcasing his exceptional dribbling and delivering a crucial assist.
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The number 10 jersey holds deep importance in Corinthians' history, and this was beautifully potrayed before kickoff. Club legends Zenon, Neto, and Edílson took the opportunity to honour the crowd and celebrate Memphis’ new jersey number. Additionally, Deives, a prominent figure from the Corinthians futsal team, added to the spirit of the occasion.
Reflecting on their previous matchups in Ligue 1, Memphis Depay and Neymar Junior have faced each other five times between the 2017/2018 and 2020/2021 seasons. Notably, Neymar's Paris Saint Germain secured victories in the first four encounters.
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