It was later confirmed by club Al Hilal that he had suffered both ACL and meniscus tears in his left knee, which would keep him out of action long-term.

Al-Hilal subsequently confirmed that the 31-year-old had suffered a tear to the anterior cruciate ligament and meniscus in his knee, and pencilled him in for surgery. Neymar's operation was a success, but he still has a lengthy rehabilitation programme ahead of him.