India, Oct. 25 -- Neymar was sent off in Santos' 1-1 draw against Bahia in the Brazilian Serie A on Saturday. The superstar's suspension came under the "Vini Junior rule" for covering his mouth while arguing with Rodrigo Nestor. Neymar later admitted his mistake but accused Nestor of exploiting the anti-racism measure.

Just before halftime, Neymar threw the ball at Nestor after a foul. During the break, Nestor spoke to SporTV as Bahia led thanks to Luciano Juba's goal.

"I know perfectly well where I come from. I was born in Itaquera; it was difficult to get where I am today, and I'm proud to wear the Bahia jersey. He knows what he said to me. It was disrespectful to me and to the Bahia jersey," Nestor said.

Nestor further added that wh...