📝 Bahia issues official statement after Neymar x Nestor spat

📝 Bahia issues official statement after Neymar x Nestor spatBahia issued an OFFICIAL STATEMENT this Sunday (25) about the clash between Neymar and Rodrigo Nestor.

>In the statement, the Tricolor condemned the "verbal abuse" directed at Nestor, highlighted the club's history and called for "responsibility" from "figures with a wide public reach".

>The trouble between Neymar and Nestor began in the first half. Neymar received a yellow card after being fouled and throwing the ball at the Bahia midfielder.

>The argument continued after halftime. Neymar then covered his mouth with his hand, said something to Nestor and was shown a straight red card.

>A lip-reading analysis (see the video at the end of the article) identified several insults Neymar directed at Rodrigo Nestor.

Bahia's official statement 👇Esporte Clube Bahia SAF regrets and condemns the verbal abuse directed at our player Nestor during Saturday's match against Santos at Vila Belmiro.

>With a history marked by achievements on the pitch and a constant fight for social causes off it, Bahia has built an identity that makes its fans proud and has become a benchmark in football. Respect for others and responsibility are among these values and will remain firmly rooted in our ideals.

>Our fans, known for their passion and history, deserve respect. Among the millions of Tricolor supporters, there are also many children who admire and draw inspiration from players and idols... That is why we expect figures with a wide public reach to recognize the responsibility that comes with their words and the example they set.

>Bahia will continue to stand up for respect, responsibility and the dignity of all football professionals.

>We are very proud of our history!

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.