FIFA Men's World Cup
Brazil Star Neymar Announces International Retirement: 'It Is Now Over'
· FOX SportsFollowing Brazil's 2-1 loss to Norway in the round of 16, Brazilian icon Neymar announced his international retirement.
The 34-year-old forward finishes his career as the top goalscorer in the history of the Brazilian men's national team with 80 goals in 129 appearances.
Neymar made his senior international debut in 2010 and appeared in four World Cup tournaments. He also competed in two Olympic tournaments, winning a silver medal in 2012 and leading Brazil to a gold medal in 2016.
The Brazilian forward made two appearances, both as a substitute, at the 2026 World Cup. He made a cameo appearance in the second half against Scotland during the group stage before he scored his lone goal of the tournament from the penalty spot in stoppage time against Norway.
Norway moves on to the quarterfinal round where they will face the winner of the Round of 16 match between Mexico and England at Miami Stadium on July 11.
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