Neymar Announces Retirement From Brazil’s National Team After 16 Years

Brazil forward Neymar has announced his retirement from international football after a 16-year career with the Seleção. The 34-year-old reportedly confirmed the decision after Santos’ 4-2 victory over Universidad Central in the Copa Sudamericana playoffs. He said he gave his “blood” and life to the national team and was proud of the history he made in Brazil’s yellow jersey. Neymar’s final appearance for Brazil was said to be the World Cup round-of-16 defeat to Norway, where he scored a late consolation penalty.

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