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Neymar sidelined for a minute as new rules debut in Brasileirão

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 11:03 AM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Neymar sidelined for a minute as new rules debut in Brasileirão

Summary

In the first weekend of the Brasileirão, several new rules were enforced. Neymar had to leave the pitch for one minute after Santos goalkeeper Gabriel Brazão required treatment during a 0-0 match against Vasco. Additionally, Botafogo's Arthur Cabral was sent off under the new 'Vini Jr. Law' for covering his mouth during an argument with the referee. The 'anti-crowding' gesture was introduced by referee Anderson Daronco during Fluminense's match against Palmeiras as players rushed toward him following a disputed call. The matches are ongoing as these new rules take shape in Brazilian soccer.

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By the Numbers

•Neymar leaves the field for a minute as part of new treatment rules.
•Arthur Cabral shown red card under new dissent law.
•Referee Daronco introduces 'anti-crowding' gesture in Fluminense vs Palmeiras.
•Fluminense and Palmeiras currently tied 1-1.
•Matches are ongoing as teams adapt to rule changes.

Latest Updates

11:03 AMYahoo Sports — New-rule opener has red, Neymar off for 1 min and anti-mob

What they're saying

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Little by little, Brazilian fans are getting used to the countdown for goal kicks and throw-ins, the requirement for a player who received treatment to leave the field, and the ban on covering the mou...
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