Neymar's diving at the World Cup means he has spent 14 minutes on the ground so far for Brazil

There have been some mightily impressive stats at this World Cup.

Harry Kane, for example, is the first England player to score in six consecutive games for his country since Tommy Lawton in 1939.

Neymar's diving at the World Cup means he has spent 14 minutes on the ground so far for Brazil

And Neymar has spent a total of 14 minutes - apparently hurt - on the floor so far in Russia.

Actually, it's 13 minutes and 50 seconds, according to Swiss Broadcaster RTS Sport.

Neymar's diving at the World Cup means he has spent 14 minutes on the ground so far for Brazil

Neymar has spent 14 minutes on the floor in pain

His theatrics has attracted criticism, though not from everyone as talkSPORT presenter Adrian Durham explains.

Plus, as Opta point out, he has been a threat to the opposition, having recorded 48 touches in the opposition box, which is 16 more than any other player. At the time of writing he has scored twice and created one goal for Brazil.

Neymar's diving at the World Cup means he has spent 14 minutes on the ground so far for Brazil

Maybe it's better FIFA make football a non-contact sport so Neymar feels better

Neymar is among the best players in the world, but thanks to his numerous attempts at winning the Fallon d'Floor award, the 26-year-old has also given us plenty of memes.

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