Neymar sheds tears on long-awaited Brazil return in World Cup win over Scotland

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleBrazil legend Neymar made an emotional return to the national side, coming on as a substitute in their 3-0 victory over Scotland in their final 2026 World Cup group game. This marked Neymar's first appearance for Brazil since October 2023, when he played in a World Cup qualifier against Uruguay. The 34-year-old forward had been a surprise inclusion in the squad and missed the opening two matches of the tournament due to a calf injury. Visibly tearful upon entering the pitch in the 76th minute for his 129th cap, Neymar later embraced teammates and family after the match. The win secured Brazil's top spot in Group C, setting them up to face the runner-up from Group F (Netherlands, Japan, or Sweden) in Houston on 29 June. In fullTearful Neymar makes emotional Brazil return as Selecao advance at World CupThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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