Neymar Says After World Cup Elimination He Is Done Playing for Brazil
- Following a 2-1 defeat to Norway on Sunday, Neymar announced his legendary career for the Brazilian national team is over, confirming his retirement after the round of 16 loss.
- With 80 goals, Neymar finishes his career as Brazil's all-time leading scorer, while recording 130 appearances, second on the all-time list behind Cafu's 142.
- Injuries significantly impacted his later years, including a 2023 ACL tear, as the 34-year-old matched Pele's record of appearing in four World Cups during Sunday's match.
- The forward's international journey began at MetLife Stadium in 2010 against the United States, where he scored in his debut; it ended at the same venue on Sunday.
- In an emotional interview with TV Globo after the match, the 34-year-old reflected, "I started here, I finished here," after scoring Brazil's lone goal on a penalty kick.
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