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Neymar handed two-match suspension for conduct during Santos altercation
The 34-year-old Santos captain has been suspended for two matches after being found guilty of violating disciplinary rules during an on-field argument. Neymar was sent off in a match against Bahia for covering his mouth while engaged in the confrontation.
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Santos captain Neymar has received a two-match ban following his dismissal in the club's encounter with Bahia, after officials determined he had breached conduct regulations during an altercation on the pitch.
The 34-year-old Brazilian forward was sent off for his involvement in the incident, which included the act of covering his mouth during the argument with opposing players or match officials. The specific nature of the conduct violation has drawn scrutiny from the governing body overseeing domestic football in Brazil.
The suspension will see Neymar sidelined for Santos' next two competitive fixtures as the club continues its domestic campaign. The ban adds to a challenging period for the veteran player as he works to maintain his form and availability for the club.
The incident marks another disciplinary matter in Brazilian football, where conduct during player confrontations has increasingly come under closer scrutiny from match officials and review bodies. Santos will be without their captain for the specified period as they prepare for upcoming matches.