India, July 29 -- After a resounding victory in the away leg, Santos FC aim to carry the momentum to the home pitch in the Copa Sudamericana play-off against Universidad Central de Venezuela. The Brazilian side leads 4-1 on aggregate, despite playing the previous game without Neymar Jr. After a disheartening World Cup campaign, the former Barcelona man returned to the club circuit in style, scoring a brace in his first Brazilian Serie A appearance after the international event. He missed the Copa Sudamericana first leg in Venezuela, seeking rest for fitness concerns.

While Neymar continues to prove his quality, his future appears to be hanging in the balance. His current contract with Santos FC will expire in December this year, making h...