The referee explained how he distinguished Neymar's acting on the field.

2025-07-22 23:20 © imago-images

Brazilian football star Neymar has long been notorious for his acting on the field.

His actions must be assessed very carefully by match referees.

Former UEFA Champions League referee Felix Brych decided to award the current "Santos" player with a loud title.

"Before the VAR system came into play, such diving kings could express themselves freely on the field. But I knew what to do.

Neymar had become almost legendary, and, of course, not without reason. The more pain grimaces etched into the Brazilian's face, the calmer I officiated.

If a player is truly hurt, he falls immediately and doesn’t roll around on the ground," the German explained.