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Neymar Jr misses out of Ballon d'Or shortlist for the first time in 8 years

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Neymar limps off after 12 minutes of Brazil's friendly with Nigeria. [Courtesy]

When the 30-man shortlist for the Ballon d'Or award was announced on Monday, eyebrows were no doubt raised over the absence of Paris Saint-Germain superstar Neymar.

It is the first time after eight straight seasons that the Brazilian forward has missed out on the list, having endured somewhat of a tricky year which has been hindered by injuries and a failed summer exit.

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