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Neymar Retires from Brazil National Team After World Cup Elimination

Brazil's all-time top scorer Neymar has indicated that his international career is over following Brazil's elimination from the World Cup.

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Brazil superstar Neymar has announced the end of his international career after the five-time World Cup winners were eliminated from the tournament in the last 16 by Norway. The 34-year-old, who is Brazil's all-time top scorer, came on as a late substitute at the MetLife Stadium and scored a penalty deep in injury time, but it was a mere consolation as Erling Haaland netted twice for Norway, securing a 2-1 victory. "I tried and I tried. Now it's over. It began here and it ends here," Neymar said in a brief exchange with a journalist from Brazil's Globo Esporte after the game.

A Storied Career

Neymar's international career began at the same stadium where it ended, having scored his first goal for Brazil in a 2-0 win against the United States back in 2010. Over the years, he has been a key player for Brazil, despite being plagued by injuries in recent times. His inclusion in Carlo Ancelotti's Brazil squad for the World Cup was a surprise, given his injury history.

Injury Struggles

Neymar has faced numerous injury setbacks, which have limited his playing time. He missed Brazil's first two group games at the tournament due to injury but made a brief appearance in the 3-0 win over Scotland in Miami, marking his first international appearance since October 2023. His only other appearance in the United States came in the decisive match against Norway.

Emotional Farewell

The forward was visibly emotional after the final whistle, collapsing in tears and needing to be consoled by his teammates. His decision to retire from international football marks the end of an era for Brazilian football, as one of its brightest stars hangs up his boots on the global stage.

Why This Matters

Neymar's retirement is significant not only for Brazil but also for global football. As Brazil's all-time top scorer, his contributions to the national team have been immense. His departure leaves a void that will be challenging to fill, especially as Brazil looks to rebuild and move forward from this World Cup disappointment. For fans worldwide, it marks the end of watching one of the game's most talented players on the international stage.

Source: BSS

FAQ

When did Neymar score his first goal for Brazil?
Neymar scored his first goal for Brazil in 2010 at the MetLife Stadium in a 2-0 win against the United States.
How many goals has Neymar scored for Brazil?
Neymar is Brazil's all-time top scorer, but the exact number of goals is not specified in the provided notes.

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