Neymar retires from international football after Brazil’s World Cup exit to Norway

Brazil’s World Cup 2026 campaign ended in a shock 2-1 Round of 16 defeat to Norway at MetLife Stadium, marking a heartbreaking farewell for Neymar, who confirmed his international retirement after scoring a stoppage-time penalty. The 34-year-old leaves as Brazil’s all-time leading scorer with 80 goals, closing a 16-year career spanning four World Cups and Olympic glory.