Did Neymar get injured in the 2014 World Cup?

In 2014, soccer megastar Neymar suffered a back injury in a World Cup match against Colombia. The injury occurred late in the quarterfinal match, when Camilo Zuniga kneed Neymar in the back.

What was Neymar’s back injury?

Neymar’s Spine Injury In the 88th minute of the quarter-final game, Neymar was hit in the lower back by a drive from the knee of opposing Colombian player Juan Zuniga. That resulted in a fracture to the L3 vertebrae in his back. He was taken off the field on a stretcher and airlifted to the hospital.

Who fractured Neymar?

Colombian Juan Camilo Zuniga
Colombian Juan Camilo Zuniga, who broke Neymar and Brazil’s hearts retires. 32-year-old Colombian wing-back was involved in a collision with Neymar in a quarter-final match at the Brazilian World Cup in 2014 that resulted in the forward suffering a broken vertebrae.

What was the worst injury in soccer ever?

Alan Smith. During a game against Liverpool, Alan Smith broke his leg and dislocated his ankle. Such a horrific injury occurred in February 2006, when he landed awkwardly while trying to block a free-kick from John Arne Rise.

What happened in the World Cup 2014 in Brazil?

World Cup 2014: Brazil 2-1 Colombia highlights. Brazil secured a World Cup semi-final against Germany with victory over Colombia on a night of gripping tension and passion in Fortaleza.

Who has scored in each of Colombia’s past 7 World Cup appearances?

Colombia’s James Rodriguez has scored in each of his past seven appearances for his country. His penalty was his sixth goal in the World Cup. David Luiz’s goal in the 68th minute was his side’s first attempt of the second half. It was also his first shot of the match.

Who won the World Cup 2014 semi-final?

World Cup 2014: Brazil 2-1 Colombia highlights Brazil secured a World Cup semi-final against Germany with victory over Colombia on a night of gripping tension and passion in Fortaleza.

What channel is Colombia vs Germany on?

In a frantic closing phase, Colombia were unable to force the chance that could have brought extra time, and it is the hosts who will meet Germany in Belo Horizonte on Tuesday, a game which will be live on BBC One. “It was a fantastic occasion and a great game.