Neymar's Surprising Rebound to a 'Dima Widad' Chant Goes Viral as AFCON Semis Loom

Unexpected Warmth as Neymar Responds to 'Dima Widad' Chant

The Brazilian star Neymar, long associated with Santos and famed for his spells with Barcelona and Paris Saint‑Germain, surprised a crowd when he reacted to a fan's shout of "Dima Widad." A video clip circulated on social media showing Neymar pausing to acknowledge the chant, then greeting the Moroccan crowd with a smile and a nod to his former teammate Achraf Hakimi, saying “Morocco… Hakimi.”

AFCON Semis Buzz Ties Neymar to Moroccan Football

The moment quickly went viral, fueling talk that Neymar is keeping a close eye on Moroccan football thanks to his old friend Hakimi. The Atlas Lions are preparing to face Nigeria in the semifinals on Wednesday, while the other semi sees Egypt take on Senegal.

Caption: "Neymar's friendly nod to a Wydad fan, with Hakimi vibes in the air." Punchlines: If soccer had a stand‑up category, Neymar would win the Dima Widad open mic. And if fans keep shouting, he’ll keep delivering replies—one smile at a time.