It's been sad to watch a generational talent decline so rapidly, and the veteran forward risks doing irreparable damage to his legacy as his attitude threatens to derail his club
Neymar has admitted he could retire from club football when his Santos contract expires at the end of the year. The Brazil legend, who recently called time on his international career, is determined to honour his current deal before deciding his next step.
Brazilian icon Romario has paid a heartfelt tribute to Franco Baresi following the death of the legendary AC Milan defender at the age of 66. The World Cup winner hailed his former rival as the single toughest opponent he encountered throughout his illustrious career, reflecting on their memorable battles on the world's biggest footballing stages.
Casemiro has expressed his delight after completing a free transfer to Inter Miami, calling new team-mate Lionel Messi the "God of football." The Brazilian midfielder also addressed Norway's Erling Haaland after Brazil's painful exit from the World Cup.
Carlo Ancelotti has revealed why he rejected an approach to manage the Italy national team, opting instead to stay with Brazil. The 67-year-old manager reaffirmed his commitment to the Selecao project following a turbulent coaching search by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC).
Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has broken his silence on Neymar’s retirement from international football, staunchly defending his choice to include the veteran in his 2026 World Cup squad. The Italian tactician admitted the superstar’s physical preparation was a source of frustration but insisted his presence was vital for the Selecao.
In a landmark ruling that has sent shockwaves through South American football, Internacional defender Victor Gabriel has been suspended from all competitive action until his opponent recovers from a serious injury. The Brazilian Superior Court of Sports Justice handed down the unprecedented sanction following a challenge that left Cruzeiro forward Gabriel Pec with a broken leg.
Neymar has officially confirmed his retirement from the Brazil national team following a disappointing 2026 World Cup campaign under Carlo Ancelotti. The Santos superstar also took the opportunity to hit back at recent media reports claiming he has been "bullying" younger team-mates in the Vila Belmiro dressing room.
Neymar has hit back at reports claiming he insulted his younger team-mates Gabriel Bontempo and Joao Ananias during a heated half-time exchange in Santos’ recent 2-2 draw with Chapecoense. The Brazilian superstar took to social media to brand the allegations "a complete lie" while defending his senior role within the squad.
Lionel Messi could have represented Brazil instead of Argentina, according to a three-year historical investigation into his maternal lineage. The Inter Miami star, who inspired La Albiceleste to the 2026 World Cup final before suffering a 1-0 defeat to Spain, was also eligible to play for Italy and Spain during his iconic career.
Neymar has broken his silence following intense backlash over his decision to compete in a poker tournament while Santos played a crucial Copa Sudamericana tie. The 34-year-old superstar posted a cryptic social media response as he continues to recover from Brazil's shock World Cup exit and his subsequent retirement from international football.
Santos superstar Neymar was a notable absentee from the squad as Cuca's side secured a dominant victory in the Copa Sudamericana on Tuesday night. Rather than flying to Venezuela for the continental clash, the Brazilian icon was spotted competing in a professional poker tournament in Sao Paulo.
Brazilian forward Neymar is back on the training pitch with Santos, looking sharp and scoring goals in a recently shared video. The return to domestic action comes swiftly after a heartbreaking exit from the 2026 World Cup, which culminated in his emotional international retirement and intense scrutiny over how his fitness was managed during the tournament.
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And just like that, it's over. After five-and-a-half weeks of breathless action, the 2026 World Cup is beginning to appear in the rearview mirror, the biggest international tournament in football history leaving behind a lifetime of memories while champions Spain continue their own celebrations.
There's no sporting event bigger than the World Cup. It's the pinnacle of professional football, where global superstars are born, dreams die and legends live forever. Sometimes, with just one goal, one pass, one tackle, one block or one save, a previously little-known player can become a national hero, a name eternally etched in the memory of a country's collective consciousness.
The 2026 World Cup came to a close in New Jersey on Sunday as Spain were deservedly crowned champions after a dour 1-0 win over 10-man Argentina in one of the worst finals in the tournament history. La Roja substitute Ferran Torres scored the only goal of a game that was essentially attack versus defence even before Enzo Fernandez got himself stupidly sent off for a second yellow card in the final minute of normal time.
The 2026 World Cup is over, and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. With the expanded 48-nation tournament coming to a close, following a month of thrilling action in North America, which star has taken home the illustrious award? Here, GOAL lists the tournament's most prolific performers.
Neymar has decided to heal the wounds of his international retirement by splashing out on a staggering £17 million ($23m) superyacht. The Brazilian legend, who called time on his Selecao career following their World Cup exit, has followed in the footsteps of fellow icons David Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo by investing in a luxury vessel.
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