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Hero worship! How Real star Rodrygo has been inspired by Neymar

Real Madrid and Brazil star Rodrygo has told GOAL why he continues to be inspired by fellow countryman Neymar, with hero worship being enjoyed while on international duty. Blancos forward Rodrygo will not be gracing this summer’s World Cup due to an unfortunate injury, but the Selecao’s all-time leading goalscorer remains in contention to earn a place in Carlo Ancelotti’s plans.

Neymar misses Santos training due to viral infection

Neymar’s hopes of securing a place in the Brazil squad for the upcoming World Cup have hit another hurdle following his absence from Santos training on Sunday. The forward was a notable absentee at the CT Rei Pele as the squad prepares for continental action, having been laid low with a viral infection.

Lingard assesses England's World Cup chances & reveals contact with Neymar

Jesse Lingard has backed England to finally end their trophy drought at the 2026 World Cup, insisting Thomas Tuchel's side have everything it takes to go all the way. The former Manchester United midfielder also revealed that he has been in contact with Brazil superstar Neymar after his surprise transfer to Corinthians in March.

Vinicius Junior Neymar Brazil 2022 World Cup

Explained: Why Neymar left out of 980-sticker World Cup album

Neymar has been the face of Brazilian football for over a decade, but the mercurial forward has suffered a major blow ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The 34-year-old has been officially omitted from the iconic Panini sticker album, marking the first time in four editions that he will not be featured among the world's elite players.

'Said no' - Xavi reveals Messi transfer truth at Barcelona

Former Barcelona head coach Xavi Hernandez has dropped a series of bombshell revelations regarding his time in the Camp Nou dugout, specifically detailing how close the club came to a sensational reunion with Lionel Messi. The legendary midfielder admitted that while a deal to bring the Argentine icon back to Catalunya was virtually finalised, it was ultimately blocked at the very highest level of the club's hierarchy.

Ex-Brazil star insists Neymar 'not at level he needs to be' for World Cup

Brazil's 1994 World Cup winner Rai has cast doubt over Neymar's suitability for the 2026 tournament, claiming the Santos forward is no longer at the physical level required for the international stage despite his undeniable technical brilliance. The former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain star is still struggling to build up his fitness with Santos ahead of his country's bid for glory in North America this summer.

Aguero reveals when Messi will make decision on Inter Miami future

Former Manchester City and Argentina striker Sergio Aguero has provided an insight into when Lionel Messi will decide on his future at Inter Miami. Aguero also expressed his desire to see Neymar reunite with his former team-mate in Major League Soccer.

Santos boss rules 'below par' Neymar out of next game

Santos head coach Cuca has jumped to the defence of Neymar following a frustrating display in the Copa do Brasil, albeit while admitting the superstar forward was "a bit below par" during their 0-0 stalemate against Cortiba. The former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain man’s performance compounded another difficult evening for the Brazilian side, who have managed just one win in their last six outings, and Cuca has confirmed he won't play in their next fixture.

📽️ | 'No human can take it!' - Furious Neymar storms off with fingers in his ears

Neymar’s homecoming at Santos has turned sour after the Brazil icon was relentlessly booed by his own supporters following a painful 3-2 defeat to Fluminense. The 34-year-old was seen leaving the pitch with his fingers in his ears before taking to social media to deliver an emotional message to his critics.

Neymar backs Yamal for Champions League & Ballon d’Or double

Barcelona’s Champions League campaign may have ended in heartbreak against Atletico Madrid, but the performance of Lamine Yamal left a lasting impression on one of the club's former greats, Neymar. Despite the disappointment of exiting the competition at the quarter-final stage, Yamal’s emergence as a genuine leader at the age of just 18 has convinced many that he is the heir to the throne at Camp Nou.

Vinicius Jr told he's 'far from' Messi and Ronaldo

Despite being a leading figure at Santiago Bernabeu, Vinicius Jr is reportedly missing a vital ingredient required to join the pantheon of footballing greats. Former Brazil and Atletico Madrid defender Joao Miranda has offered a stinging appraisal of the Brazilian winger’s standing in the global game. The Real Madrid star has been told he is still a long way off reaching the legendary heights of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Ancelotti asks president of Brazil for advice on Neymar World Cup call-up

Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has taken the extraordinary step of consulting the country's president, Lula, over whether Neymar should be included in the squad for the 2026 World Cup. The Santos forward's international future has become a matter of state importance as he battles recurring fitness issues in his homeland.

Santos v Recoleta FC - Copa CONMEBOL Sudamericana 2026

Neymar responds to MLS transfer rumours

Santos superstar Neymar has addressed growing speculation regarding a potential move to Major League Soccer following a night of high tension at the Vila Belmiro. The Brazilian icon saw his side booed off the pitch after a disappointing 1-1 draw against Paraguayan outfit Deportivo Recoleta in the Copa Sudamericana.

'Am I spoiled?!' - Neymar bites back at 'chubby' fan as Santos booed off

Neymar was involved in a heated confrontation with a supporter at Vila Belmiro as Santos were booed off following a disappointing 1-1 draw with Deportivo Recoleta in the Copa Sudamericana. Despite scoring early, the Brazilian superstar reacted to the crowd’s frustration by engaging in a verbal spat with a fan as the team hit a new low.

Yamal hopeful his 'idol' Neymar makes Brazil's World Cup squad

Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal has expressed his hope that Neymar will represent Brazil at the 2026 World Cup. The Spain international described the veteran forward as his "idol" and one of football’s most inspiring entertainers.

Neymar is a huge fan of a Dutch footballer: 'I think he's magical!'

Frequently asked questions

: Lionel Messi is a versatile attacker who has featured both through the middle and in a free role from the right, allowing him to cut inside on to his stronger left foot.
: Lionel Messi was born in Rosario, Santa Fe, in Argentina on June 24, 1987.
: The Argentine maestro wears the number he has been known to don for the majority of his career, the No. 10, at MLS outfit Inter Miami.
: Lionel Messi is often among the shortest players on a football pitch, standing at just 1.70m (5ft 7in). However, it is due to his low center of gravity which has made him one of the most fearsome forces to be reckoned with in football history.
: Lionel Messi weighs 67kg (148 lbs), his low weight aiding him in gaining high bursts of acceleration and gliding past defenders as if they were never there.
: Lionel Messi began his journey in football with local club Grandoli at the age of four, in 1992, before joining the team he loved the most, Newell's Old Boys, at the age of six. He stayed with the Argentine club until 2000, when he made the switch to Barcelona.
: Lionel Messi and his wife Antonella Roccuzzo have three sons: Mateo, Thiago, and Ciro.
: Lionel Messi is married to Argentine model and media personality Antonella Roccuzzo. The couple exchanged vows back in 2017.

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