Neymar, Brazil's all‑time leading scorer, confirmed that he will not wear the yellow jersey again after the team's 2‑1 defeat to Norway in the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
A Career Defined by Brilliance
The 34‑year‑old forward finished his international career with 80 goals in 129 appearances, a record that places him ahead of every other Brazilian player to ever represent the senior side.
His international debut dates back to 2010, and over the next decade he featured in four World Cups, while also earning an Olympic gold medal in 2016 and a silver medal four years earlier.
In the match against Norway, Neymar came on as a substitute and managed a single goal, but it was not enough to prevent Brazil from slipping out of the tournament.
Norway now advances to face the winner of the upcoming round‑of‑16 clash between Mexico and England, a tie scheduled for July 11 at Miami Stadium in Florida.