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Neymar needs to improve a lot off the pitch, says former Brazil team-mate Rafael

Former Manchester United and Brazil defender Rafael has called on Neymar to improve how he handles matters off the pitch to ensure he can guide his country to success in the coming years.

Rafeal played alongside Neymar for Selecao at the 2012 Olympics in London and has since kept a close eye on the Paris Saint-Germain attacker.

With next year's Copa America and 2022 World Cup now in Brazil's sights, Rafeal hopes Neymar can make adjustments off the field to guarantee he's ready to shine for the national team when the time comes.