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Neymar said he is done playing for Brazil after their World Cup elimination, signaling the end of his international career following the Round of 16 defeat to Norway in East Rutherford.
Neymar announced his retirement from Brazil’s national team after Brazil were eliminated in the World Cup Round of 16 by Norway (2-1), capping a career marked by injuries as Brazil begins a transition to a new generation.
Neymar announced his international retirement after Brazil's 2-1 loss to Norway in the World Cup Round of 16, finishing as Brazil’s all-time top scorer with 80 goals in 129 caps. The 34-year-old appeared in four World Cups and two Olympics (gold in 2016, silver in 2012). He scored his only 2026 World Cup goal via a stoppage-time penalty against Norway, with tributes from Thierry Henry and Zlatan Ibrahimović praising his impact, while Norway advanced to face the Mexico–England winner in the quarterfinals.
Brazil defeated Japan 2-1 in the World Cup Round of 32 thanks to a stoppage-time goal from Gabriel Martinelli; Neymar did not play, with coach Carlo Ancelotti saying Brazil did not need him, and Brazil advances to face Ivory Coast or Norway in the Round of 16.
Brazil beat Scotland 3-0 in World Cup 2026 Group C to seal top spot, with Vinicius Jr scoring twice and Neymar returning after three years; Bruno Guimaraes assisted the first and third goals, and Matheus Cunha added the final goal as Brazil kept a clean sheet and finished the group with seven points, while Morocco finished second.
Brazil head into their Scotland clash amid scepticism after a disappointing CONMEBOL qualifying campaign, with Vinícius Júnior shining but Neymar’s fitness and minutes a hot topic. Rodrygo is out of the tournament, Matheus Cunha could lead the attack, and Carlo Ancelotti has tweaked the midfield to boost mobility, even as doubts about cohesion linger. If Brazil progress, Ancelotti’s job is still secure through 2030, though expectations back home remain low.
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti named Neymar in a 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, marking Neymar's fourth tournament and his return after injuries; the 34-year-old, who plays for Santos, is joined by stars such as Alisson, Casemiro, Vinicius Junior, Raphinha and Endrick, while Joao Pedro misses out as Brazil prepare for Group C games against Morocco, Haiti and Scotland in the expanded tournament.
FC Cincinnati has opened preliminary discussions with Neymar’s camp about a potential move to MLS. The talks are in the very early stages as Cincinnati gauges Neymar’s interest, requirements and whether a deal fits the club’s plans. Neymar remains under contract with Santos through 2026, and Cincinnati notes its growing appeal to global stars, though the club currently has no open Designated Player slot, with Kévin Denkey, Miles Robinson and Evander occupying the DP spots for the year, complicating a potential signing unless a slot is freed or a deal is made.
The tensions between Barcelona and PSG run deep, with the European Super League being the latest point of contention. The rivalry has evolved over the years, with PSG's acquisition of Neymar and their thwarting of Barcelona's attempts to sign players adding fuel to the fire. The departure of Lionel Messi from Barcelona to PSG further strained the relationship, and recent incidents, including PSG's victory over Barcelona in the Champions League, have only added to the animosity between the two clubs.
Neymar's father announced that their family will not pay the one million euros required to bail out former Brazil defender Dani Alves from a Spanish prison after his rape conviction, stating that the matter is over for them. Alves, who denies wrongdoing, was sentenced to four years, six months in prison and is currently held in a jail outside Barcelona. The Brazilian soccer confederation has yet to comment on the case, while Brazil's President and other prominent figures have criticized the Spanish court's decision to grant bail to Alves.
Neymar, recovering from an ACL injury, responded to social media criticism about his weight by showing his belly and telling "haters" to "s*** it." The Brazilian star has faced backlash for appearing bulky in photos, but he has clapped back at the criticism.
Neymar's attendance at Romario's birthday party sparked social media comments about his physical appearance, as the Brazilian star has been sidelined for three months due to a leg injury. With speculation about his weight, Brazil's national team doctor anticipates Neymar's potential return to soccer at the start of the 2024/25 season.
Brazil coach Fernando Diniz condemns the "disrespectful" act of a bag of popcorn being thrown at Neymar's head by a fan after Brazil's 1-1 draw with Venezuela in a World Cup qualifier. Diniz expressed his disapproval of the incident, stating that cursing and booing is acceptable, but throwing popcorn is disrespectful towards the players. He also expressed frustration over the result, as Argentina overtook Brazil in the standings. Brazil will face Uruguay in their next qualifying match.
Neymar reflects on his time at Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) with former teammate Lionel Messi, describing it as "hell" due to the lack of Champions League success and criticism from fans. Both players left PSG this summer, with Messi joining Inter Miami CF and Neymar moving to Al Hilal. Neymar expresses happiness for Messi's World Cup win with Argentina but also sadness for the difficult times they experienced together at PSG.
Neymar has officially joined Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal on a two-year contract, ending his time at PSG. The transfer fee is said to be worth €90 million, significantly higher than the initial offer. Al-Hilal had pursued Neymar all summer, after targeting Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe. Neymar's departure may relieve tension at PSG and potentially convince Mbappe to sign a new contract. This move adds to the Saudi Pro League's ambitious spending, with other high-profile signings including Karim Benzema and N'Golo Kante.