Neymar and injuries: 1000 days out

Neymar picked up an injury during Brazil vs Uruguay in a FIFA World Cup qualifier

The injury has been diagnosed as an ACL tear which needs surgery

Neymar left the field on a stretcher and in tears

Neymar on social media: "Very sad moment, the worst. I know I'm strong, but this time I'm going to need my friends (family and friends) even more"

Neymar has already missed 1000 days and 200 games with injuries

Neymar missed 137 games for PSG across six seasons

The Brazilian missed 34 games when he was at Barcelona

Neymar has already missed 7 games with Al Hilal

Neymar has missed 534 days due to ankle and foot injuries

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