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Neymar says his time with Brazil's national team is ending
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Neymar says his time with Brazil's national team is ending

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Neymar has indicated his time with the Brazilian national team is over.
  • The star forward expressed his intention to leave the national team after the 2026 World Cup.
  • He stated that his dream of winning the World Cup has ended.

Neymar, one of Brazil's most iconic football stars, has signaled the end of his international career is approaching. The forward stated that his time wearing the iconic yellow and green jersey will conclude after the 2026 World Cup.

Speaking after Brazil's recent match, Neymar conveyed a sense of finality, stating, "My time with the national team is over." He explained that he believes his dream of winning the World Cup, a trophy that has eluded Brazil in recent tournaments, has now ended.

My time with the national team is over.

โ€” NeymarAnnouncing his intention to leave the Brazilian national team.

This announcement comes after a period of significant challenges for the Brazilian team, including a disappointing performance in the last World Cup and ongoing struggles in their current qualifying campaign. Neymar, who has been a central figure for Brazil for over a decade, has faced immense pressure to lead the team to glory.

His potential departure marks the end of an era for Brazilian football, with many fans and analysts already contemplating the future of the Seleรงรฃo without their talismanic player. Neymar's legacy is cemented with numerous records and achievements, but the ultimate prize of a World Cup title remains elusive.

I think my dream is over.

โ€” NeymarExpressing his feelings about not winning the World Cup with Brazil.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.