Neymar’s emotional open letter to Tite: “You deserved to be crowned with that cup”

With the elimination of the Brazilian team from the Qatar 2022 World Cup, the departure of Adenor Leonardo Bacchi, Tite, from the ‘Scratch’ bench was confirmed. Regarding this information, Neymar used his Instagram account to dedicate a heartfelt publication to the strategist, in charge of the ‘Canarinha’ since 2016.

“Before we met in person, we played against each other many times and can I tell you? I thought you were very annoying! Because you put together a team to mark me, you did everything to beat me and you even spoke ill of me. But fate is funny, isn’t it? He put you as his coach and me as his number ’10′”‘Ney’ began the text, recalling his time as a Santos player and that of Tite as a coach for Brazilian clubs.

“I met you as a coach and I already knew that you were very good, but as a person you are much better. You met me and you know who I am and that’s what matters to me. I come here openly to thank you for everything, all the teachings you gave us and there were so many”added Neymar.

Likewise, ‘Ney’ considered Tite as one of the best technicians he has had in his career. “You will always be one of the best coaches I have ever had or will ever have, I will always support you. We had beautiful moments, but we also had moments that hurt us a lot and this last one will hurt us for a long time.”indicated.

The crack who plays for PSG added: “You deserved to be crowned with that cup, we all deserved it for everything we did and for everything we gave to try to achieve our greatest dream. But God did not want it that way, patience. God gave us everything!”

Lastly, Neymar emphasized the mental strength that the group will have to have to overcome this difficult moment. “Thank you, Professor Tite, for all the learning and if there is a phrase that I will never forget it is “mentally strong” and we will have to be “a lot” right now. A big hug and thank you”, sentenced.