Mastercard has decided to suspend an advertising campaign that had Brazilian football player Neymar Jr as the leading star, ahead of the Copa América tournament in his homeland.
The American global payments and technology company has decided that it will not use the campaign until the case of an alleged rape that has been brought against the player has been resolved.
Other brands that sponsor Neymar have already shown concern about the player’s situation. Sportswear company Nike said they were “deeply worried” and Redbull also issued a statement saying that they were uncomfortable with the situation.
On Thursday, a video was released showing what appeared to be hidden footage of Neymar and his accuser on the bed of a hotel room, ending in a physical disagreement.
