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'You may think I've fallen too much but I crumbled' – Neymar vows to become new man

Neymar admitted he exaggerated fouls during the World Cup but the Brazil and Paris Saint-Germain superstar has pledged to become a new man after falling apart in Russia.

There were high hopes for Neymar and Brazil at Russia 2018 but the South American giants made a shock quarter-final exit against Belgium .

Neymar – who scored twice at the showpiece tournament after recovering from a broken foot sustained in February – was a regular target of criticism for his theatrics and behaviour on the pitch .

The 26-year-old forward, the most expensive player in history, was subsequently left off the shortlist for FIFA's Best awards .