Neymar’s father shared an emotional message for his son after the Brazil forward announced his international retirement following the team’s FIFA World Cup 2026 exit. He encouraged Neymar to continue playing the sport he loves.

Neymar’s father shares emotional tribute after Brazil star’s international retirement

Neymar announced his retirement from Brazil after the Selecao's 2-1 World Cup Round of 16 defeat to Norway. The Brazilian legend ended his international career as the nation's all-time leading scorer with 80 goals.

'I tried. It's over now': Neymar announces retirement as Brazil knocked out of FIFA World Cup 2026

Ahead of Brazil's FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash against Norway, head coach Carlo Ancelotti confirmed that Neymar is fully fit and available for selection.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Ancelotti confirms Neymar is fit for Brazil's clash against Norway

Speaking after Brazil’s dramatic 2-1 win, Ancelotti explained that Neymar was originally expected to enter around the 60th minute. However, once the scores were level, he decided to keep the forward fresh for a possible extra 30 minutes.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Carlo Ancelotti reveals why Neymar missed Japan clash

After the win, Neymar reacted on X to German economist Joachim Klement, whose statistical model had predicted that Japan would eliminate Brazil.

FIFA 2026: 'Try again next World Cup': Neymar mocks German economist after Brazil victory

Neymar made an emotional return to Brazil's national team after 981 days, admitting he shed tears following Brazil's 3-0 World Cup win over Scotland in Miami

Why did Neymar cry after his 981-day Brazil comeback? Star reveals emotional locker room moment

Brazil currently lead Group C with four points after drawing 1-1 with Morocco and beating Haiti 3-0. The win also ended Haiti’s hopes of reaching the Round of 32.

FIFA 2026: Neymar set to return for Brazil's World Cup clash vs Scotland, confirms Ancelotti

Neymar is still recovering from a calf injury suffered in May, which also forced him to miss Brazil’s warm-up matches against Panama and Egypt before the tournament.

FIFA 2026: Will Neymar feature in Brazil’s crucial clash against Haiti? Here’s what we know

FIFA 2026 | Neymar is still recovering from a calf injury he picked up on May 17 while playing for Santos and has not been participating in practice sessions for Brazil at the World Cup.

FIFA 2026 | Neymar could be out for group-stage matches in setback for Brazil - Report

Brazil players wear smart vest during club matches which gives data to national set-up to help coaches make tactical decision and track players' health.

FIFA 2026 | Brazil trusting on 'smart vest' to help them regain lost glory

Neymar is unavailable for Brazil’s first match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 against Morocco, but coach Carlo Ancelotti said the Brazilian star is recovering well.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Neymar set to miss Brazil’s opening match against Morocco

Messi (38) and Ronaldo (41) might be playing for the last time in a FIFA World Cup - a record sixth for them. Along with them, Neymar from Brazil, Modric from Croatia and Manuel Neuer from Germany might hang up boots as well.

FIFA 2026 | Messi, Ronaldo and who else? Meet players playing potentially last football World Cup

Neymar is not travelling to Cleveland with Brazil’s World Cup squad for its friendly against Egypt on Saturday. Neymar continues to recover from a calf injury.


Neymar Not Travelling With Brazil for Friendly vs Egypt

Neymar has reportedly apologised after an alleged training ground incident involving the 18-year-old son of former Brazil star Robinho. According to reports, tensions escalated during a practice session, leading to a brief confrontation between Neymar and the young player. While details remain unclear, the story has quickly gained attention across Brazilian football circles and social media, with fans debating the intensity and pressure often seen inside elite football training environments.


Neymar Apologises After Reported Training Ground Clash With Robinho’s Son 

Neymar also earned millions in bonuses when he signed for PSG in 2017 and was on a reported salary of $25 million when he joined the French club. 

Neymar set to inherit $1.1 billion fortune as footballer named sole heir by mystery Brazilian businessman - Report

From Neymar to Kylian Mbappe, here is a look at five most expensive transfers in football history. The list also features the likes of Philippe Coutinho, João Félix and Enzo Fernández. 

From Neymar to Kylian Mbappe, 5 most expensive transfers in football history

There are many known footballers in Brazil but here are the 7 most amazing footballers who have made history and are still known and remembered. 

The 7 Brazilian Football Legends That Changed the Game

Sports, Football: Neymar started Brazil's first four qualifying games but went off injured in a defeat to Uruguay in October 2023, his last appearance for the former champions.

Neymar back for Brazil after 16-month absence for World Cup qualifiers

Sports, Football: Neymar had a successful club career where he won league titles with Barcelona and PSG before joining Saudi's Al-Hilal where he was plagued with injuries.

When Neymar almost picked Bayern Munich over Barcelona during 2013 transfer

Sports, Football: Neymar returns to Santos after playing just seven times for Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal despite a reported salary of around $104 million a year.

Neymar returns to boyhood club Santos FC after failed Saudi Pro League spell

Sports, Football: Brazilian superstar footballer Neymar’s Saudi Pro League adventure has come to an end after Al-Hilal announced his departure late Monday (Jan 27) evening.

Neymar's Saudi adventure ends as Al-Hilal and the Brazilian part ways

Sports, Football: Major League Soccer (MLS) side Chicago Fires is in talks with Neymar over a surprise potential move after a couple of years in the Saudi Pro League.

Neymar close to MLS deal after Saudi Pro League fallout with Al-Hilal

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Neymar’s father shares emotional tribute after Brazil star’s international retirement

'It's over now': Neymar announces retirement as Brazil crash out of FIFA WC 2026

FIFA 2026: Ancelotti confirms Neymar is fit for Brazil's clash against Norway

FIFA World Cup 2026: Carlo Ancelotti reveals why Neymar missed Japan clash

FIFA 2026: 'Try again next WC': Neymar mocks German economist after Brazil win

Why did Neymar shed tears after returning for Brazil following 981-day absence?

FIFA 26: Neymar set to return for Brazil's clash vs Scotland, confirms Ancelotti

FIFA 2026: Will Neymar feature in Brazil’s crucial clash against Haiti?

FIFA 2026 | Neymar, in a setback, could be out of group stage matches - Report

FIFA 2026 | Brazil trusting on 'smart vest' to help them regain lost glory

FIFA World Cup 2026: Neymar set to miss Brazil’s opening match against Morocco

FIFA 2026 | Meet players playing potentially last football World Cup

Neymar Not Travelling With Brazil for Friendly vs Egypt

Neymar Apologises After Reported Training Ground Clash With Robinho’s Son

Neymar Apologises After Reported Training Ground Clash With Robinho’s Son

Neymar set to inherit $1.1 billion fortune as heir to mystery businessman

From Neymar to Kylian Mbappe, 5 most expensive transfers in football history

The 7 Brazilian Football Legends That Changed the Game

Neymar back for Brazil after 16-month absence for World Cup qualifiers

When Neymar almost picked Bayern Munich over Barcelona during 2013 transfer

Neymar returns to boyhood club Santos FC after failed Saudi Pro League spell

Neymar's Saudi adventure ends as Al-Hilal and the Brazilian part ways

Neymar close to MLS deal after Saudi Pro League fallout with Al-Hilal

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