Neymar announced his retirement from the Brazil national team.

2026-07-29 13:12 © AFP

Legendary Brazil national team footballer Neymar has made a decision about his future playing for his country:

"My time with the national team is over.

I have made history, I was very happy, I gave my blood and life.

I have always fought for the yellow jersey, but I no longer want to continue that.”

The 34-year-old Neymar has played for the Brazil national team since 2010 and has scored 80 goals in over 130 matches.

He also provided 59 assists.

The Brazilian star played in this World Cup and scored a goal in two matches.