Rivaldo hit back at Neymar's comments, where he claimed he could've taken his spot in Brazil's 2002 World Cup-winning team. Rivaldo said that back then, he was so focused on getting the title that no one, no matter how high they were in their career, could've taken his starting spot. Neymar responded respectfully, telling Rivaldo to stay calm and acknowledging his talent and importance to Brazilian football, but without arguing that he wouldn't have played in his place.