Neymar tries out dance choreography against Lens, May 1, 2021. – Thibault Camus / AP / SIPA
Even in these troubled times of Coronavirus and empty stadiums, it’s the kind of statement that makes you want to go to war without waiting for Tuesday. Scorer against Lens in a tricky match well managed by PSG, Neymar raised the temperature suddenly by speaking about the semi-final second leg of the Champions League on Tuesday, which PSG will tackle with at least two goals to score to pass.
The of @neymarjr after this #PSGRCL ! 📊⚡️ pic.twitter.com/SY9K3fH13V
– Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_inside) May 1, 2021
“The first thing to do now is to rest, then to refocus completely on the Champions League. We had a very tough first leg against Manchester City but we have to believe it no matter what the stats say or our percentage chance of winning. I think every Parisian should believe in us! I am on the front line, and I will be the first warrior who goes into battle for the team. I will give the best of myself and I will do everything to bring back this qualification no matter what, even if it is necessary to die on the field. “
A very beautiful declaration of intention which must now be followed up. Neymar still hasn’t scored in knockout games this season, despite having been brilliant against Bayern both in and out.