Heartbroken Neymar Jr. Quits International Football After World Cup Exit: "I Tried, Now It's Over"

Neymar Jr. announced his retirement from international football after Brazil's painful exit at the hands of Norway in the Round of 16.One of the most iconic players to play for Brazil, Neymar Jr. has decided to hang up his boots from international football after his team's shock defeat to Norway, which led to their elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The announcement ends Neymar's 16-year career as the nation's all-time leading scorer, with 80 goals in 129 appearances. Neymar's final appearance for Brazil came as a substitute at MetLife Stadium—the very same venue as his 2010 debut. The former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain star scored a penalty against Norway, though it could not prevent Brazil from crashing out of the tournament.