Credited from: REUTERS
Neymar has suggested that he may have played his final match for Brazil following a 2-1 loss to Norway in the World Cup round of 16, where he scored a stoppage-time penalty. After the match, he expressed his sentiment, stating, "I tried, I tried ... Now it's over!" This marked a disappointing end for Brazil, which has not performed this poorly in a World Cup since 1990, according to Channel News Asia and Reuters.
The 34-year-old Neymar, who made his debut for Brazil at MetLife Stadium in 2010, concluded that this venue now marks the end of his international tenure. He collapses in tears post-match, highlighting the emotional weight of the defeat. He ends his Brazil career with 80 goals and 58 assists across 130 caps, making him the nation's all-time top scorer, reports Al Jazeera and Reuters.
In light of Neymar's retirement, Brazil now faces a period of transition as younger players will need to step up. Captain Marquinhos emphasized the importance of support for this new generation, addressing the team's shift following their early exit, according to Al Jazeera.