It is now official: Neymar ends his international career
Neymar’s international career has officially come to an end. The 34-year-old Brazilian icon, who had already suggested he was ready to step away after Brazil’s World Cup defeat to Norway, has now confirmed that he will no longer represent his country. The announcement came following Santos’ 4-2 win over Universidad Central on Tuesday.”My time in the national team is over. I made history, I was very happy, I gave my blood, my life. I always fought for the yellow jersey, but now I don’t want to anymore,” the Brazilian explained after the match.🚨 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟: Neymar has announced his retirement from international football! 👋🥹🇧🇷🗣️ “My story with the Brazil national team is over. I always fought to defend the colours of this shirt. But I don’t want to play anymore.”🏟️ 130 appearances.⚽️ 80 goals.🥇 Brazil’s… pic.twitter.com/6zYD4nXkvF— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) July 29, 2026 The veteran forward had hinted at retirement immediately after Brazil’s 2-1 loss to Norway in the Round of 16..