While Brazil striker Neymar spent his first game watching from the sidelines with an injury and has not had the best season this year, his talent is undeniable and his attractiveness for fans has never waned. Neymar, who is Brazil's all-time leading goalscorer, is still among the world's biggest stars on display at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.He has scored 79 goals in 128 appearances for Brazil, making him the country's most prolific goalscorer in history.The 34-year-old, who plies his trade for Santos in Brazil, will be making his fifth appearance at the FIFA World Cup.Neymar has scored eight goals in 13 World Cup matches and remains one of the most dangerous attacking players in international football.The Brazilian star is also set to make history at the tournament, as he will become the first player ever to wear Brazil's iconic number 10 shirt at four different World Cups.With his experience, leadership and goalscoring ability, Neymar will once again be expected to play a key role as Brazil chase another World Cup crown.
PLAYERS TO WATCH - Brazil’s Neymar expected to play big part in World Cup bid
While Brazil striker Neymar spent his first game watching from the sidelines with an injury and has not had the best season this year, his talent is undeniable and his attractiveness for fans has never waned. Neymar, who is Brazil's all-time leading goalscorer, is still among the world's biggest stars on display at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.He has scored 79 goals in 128 appearances for Brazil, making him the country's most prolific goalscorer in history.
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