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Memphis Depay left baffled after Corinthians antics see Brazilian federation BAN 'ball-stand' skill - as Neymar weighs in on debate with 'too much whining' jibe

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<p>Dutch forward Memphis took to showboating during a recent clash between Corinthians and Palmeiras. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) are looking to clamp down on such antics, with a lengthy statement including the message: “There are different circumstances in which a player should be cautioned with a CA (yellow card) for unsportsmanlike conduct, including showing a lack of respect for football.”</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>Former Manchester United and Barcelona star Memphis is struggling to understand why <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/video-neymar-shares-moment-memphis-depay-corinthians-win-santos-ex-barcelona-stars-swap-shirts-boots/bltdf7ffa45a2b121f7" target="_blank">a nation famed for its flair and love of the “beautiful game”</a> would want to rein in displays of individual expression that excite fans and get them off their seats.</p><center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="pt" dir="ltr">Bom dia 🇧🇷💫 <a href="https://t.co/Ok81ZAubTn">pic.twitter.com/Ok81ZAubTn</a></p>— Memphis Depay (@Memphis) <a href="https://twitter.com/Memphis/status/1908848477829820610?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
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THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Memphis has said: “Let’s concentrate on rules that can improve the game and focus on the commercial side of football, which benefits clubs, fans, and players, instead of these ridiculous announcements.</p><p>“I actually came to Brazil to witness the 'jogo bonito' first hand, but now the CBF announced that no player can stand on the ball or they will receive a yellow card. It's not that it's a significant factor in football, I see no issue here.</p><p>“Brazilian football is ascending... and deserves global recognition! There's so much talent here. The joy and passion we express on the field should have no boundaries. So I truly wonder about the direction of the CBF: who is deciding the future of this beautiful footballing nation?”</p>

WHAT MEMPHIS DEPAY SAID

<p>Brazil’s all-time leading goal scorer <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/video-neymar-still-got-it-brazil-star-outrageous-skill-santos-show-fans-win/blt06f1545e0e74142d" target="_blank">Neymar, who is back in his homeland with Santos</a>, is another asking questions of why authorities are trying to remove a sense of fun. He replied to a post on the subject from the Denilson Show by saying: “Football is getting more and more boring. Too much whining.”</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>Neymar, like Memphis, has <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/video-neymar-brazilian-superstar-free-kick-goal-incredible-angle-rb-bragantino-santos-hot-streak-injury-concern/blt277a1ddb307a3681" target="_blank">always been a player that wants to entertain on the pitch</a>. He is famed for his quick feet and trickery, but has faced accusations himself of acting in an unsportsmanlike manner when <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/joga-bonito-over-neymar-rainbow-flick-booking-paqueta/f9tvypfsqq9l1t0ismdy4gotl" target="_blank">embarrassing opponents with his antics</a>.</p>

WHAT NEXT?

Memphis Depay left baffled after Corinthians antics see Brazilian federation BAN 'ball-stand' skill - as Neymar weighs in on debate with 'too much whining' jibe | Goal.com

Memphis Depay has been left baffled by a rule change in Brazil that bans his ‘ball-stand’ skill, with Neymar sharing his bemusement.

Memphis Depay left baffled after Corinthians antics see Brazilian federation BAN &apos;ball-stand&apos; skill - as Neymar weighs in on debate with &apos;too much whining&apos; jibe

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