Rivaldo responded to Neymar: 'He couldn't occupy my positions in the 2002 championship'

2025-01-19 13:28 © AFP

The legendary Brazilian national team forward Rivaldo did not like what he heard from Neymar.

In a recent interview, Neymar claimed that at the peak of his career, he would have outperformed Rivaldo while playing for the Brazilian national team.

Rivaldo categorically disagreed with this. He even spoke out on social media: "I heard Neymar saying that in his best form he would have played in my place at the 2002 World Cup.

To be honest, I recognize his talent and quality, and I even believe that he could have played in that team, but playing in my position is another matter.

With all due respect, I can say that this would not happen 100 percent. At that time, I was so focused, concentrated, and hungry to conquer the world, that no one, regardless of their form, could take my position from me. I say this with all love and respect, but also with the confidence that everyone had at that time who wanted to conquer the world and become world champions," wrote the legendary forward.