Neymar Jr. : World Cup career in graphics
Brazilian football star Neymar Jr. has announced his retirement from international football following Brazil's elimination from the 2026 World Cup. The 34-year-old concludes his career with 80 international goals, surpassing the record held by Pele.
Why it matters
Neymar is one of the most iconic figures in modern football, and his retirement marks the end of a significant era for the Brazilian national team.
Brazilian star forward Neymar ended his international football career on the heels of an emotional end to Brazil’s World Cup dreams on July 5, when the team lost to Norway 2-1. Neymar has had a storied World Cup career filled with injuries and moments of brilliance, and an international goal track record similar to Brazilian greats like Pele.
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