Neymar says his time playing for Brazil ‘is over’
- On Wednesday, Neymar confirmed his retirement from Brazil after 16 years representing the national team. The 34-year-old forward steps away with a record 80 goals across 130 appearances.
- The decision followed Brazil's 2-1 defeat to Norway in the FIFA World Cup round of 16 on July 5 at MetLife Stadium. Neymar came off the bench to score a penalty in stoppage time.
- Neymar became only the second Brazilian player after Pelé to score in four different FIFA World Cups. He found the net in the 2014, 2018, 2022, and 2026 tournaments.
- With his national team career closed, Neymar focuses on club football with Santos. His current contract expires in December, leaving his future beyond this season uncertain.
- Declaring he "gave my blood, my life" for Brazil, Neymar closed the door on any potential return. His final international appearance remains that late stoppage-time penalty against Norway.
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Soccer-Neymar, Casemiro, Danilo not in Brazil’s plans as Ancelotti turns to next generation
July 30 (Reuters) - Neymar, Casemiro and Danilo will no longer be in Brazil's plans as they look to build a younger squad for the 2028 Copa America, coach Carlo Ancelotti told Brazilian broadcaster ge. Forward Neymar, 34, retired from internationals a...
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Carlo Ancelotti regrets the actions he took in Brazil's World Cup defeat against Norway.
In an interview given to Espn, Carlo Ancelotti explains the reasons that convinced him to reject the proposal of Italy and remain at the lead of Brazil. It is not a mystery, Paolo Maldini and Leonardo had declared it at the press conference: the Figc had tried [...] The article Ancelotti explains his no to Italy: "It's not a matter of contract, isn't that the reason. The future of Brazil? Here's talent" comes from Il Fatto Quotidiano.
The coach of Brazil, Carlo Ancelotti, for the first time explained in detail the reasons why the selection was eliminated from the World Cup in 2026 against Norway in the round of 16.
"I have been in contact with the Italian Federation, but it was not a contractual matter. I have an engagement with Brazil, with this country that has welcomed me very well. I do not want to break this commitment" (ANSA)
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