Neymar tips super trio as the best besides CR7, Messi
Football superstar Neymar has tipped the trio of Mohamed Salah, Philippe Coutinho and Eden Hazard to light up the upcoming FIFA 2018 Word Cup. When asked if talismans Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are put out of the equation, which players would step in. Neymar was quick to point the three names. The FIFA WC is slated to start on June 14 in Russia.
Neymar lists his favourites who can shine in Russia
Besides the above mentioned trio, Neymar also included the names of Luis Suarez, Kevin de Bruyne and Gabriel Jesus. The Brazil skipper is currently recuperating from an injury after having seen his side Paris Saint-Germain win the Ligue 1 title in a special manner recently. Neymar hoped that all these players will do well in the mega event but then not against Brazil.
Strong players for 2018 WC
Kevin de Bruyne and Eden Hazard will represent Belgium. Mohamed Salah isn't in a top team (Egypt), but Neymar reckons individually he will shine. Neymar's strike partner Gabriel Jesus will turn up for Brazil and together they will look to do well. Luis Suarez will lead the charge for Uruguay besides the best duo Lionel Messi (Argentina) and Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal).
Neymar optimistic for Brazil
Neymar is confident that Brazil will do well in the 2018 event. The South American giants were belted by Germany in the semis in 2014. Neymar suffered an injury back then ahead of the quarters and this time he hopes he can help the team reach their potential. Brazil are touted as one of the favourites to win the World Cup.
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