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Neymar's Final Whistle: Brazil Exit World Cup, Star Retires
6 Jul
Summary
- Neymar announced retirement from international football after Brazil's World Cup exit.
- The Santos star scored his final goal from a penalty against Norway.
- His international career began and ended at the New York New Jersey Stadium.
Neymar has declared his international football career over after Norway eliminated Brazil from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The celebrated player scored a final goal from the penalty spot in a 2-1 defeat, which ended Brazil's quest to reach the quarterfinals.
Speaking emotionally at the New York New Jersey Stadium, the same venue where his international journey with the Seleçao began, Neymar confirmed his decision. He expressed his efforts and stated that his time with the national team has concluded.
Neymar, who was included in the squad despite recent injury concerns, made substitute appearances in the tournament. He participated in four World Cups, starting in 2014, and is one of two Brazilian players to achieve this without winning the title.
Throughout his international career, Neymar scored nine goals in World Cup competitions and a total of 80 goals in 130 matches for Brazil.
