Some of the unusual aspects around Olympic men's soccer are clearer when you consider Neymar's absence. Even though, like Neymar, Richarlison has already been away with Brazil for two months. Unlike Neymar, Everton was willing to allow Richarlison to delay his entry into the new Premier League season to help Brazil defend gold. But Olympic men’s soccer — unlike the age unrestricted elite women's competition — isn't on FIFA's international calendar mandating clubs to release players for their countries or risk punishments. With five goals in four games at the Olympics, Richarlison has already done one better than Neymar five years ago.

Source: Fox News August 01, 2021 11:26 UTC