10 Neymar
Neymar, 1992-02-05, Forward for Brazil, plays for Santos FC. 130 international caps, 79 goals. Part of Brazil's 2026 World Cup Group C squad.
Biography
Iconic Brazilian superstar and the Seleção's all-time leading scorer, currently back at Santos FC where his legendary career began. Neymar is one of the most gifted footballers of his generation, having dazzled at Barcelona alongside Messi and Suárez in the devastating MSN trident that won the 2015 Champions League, before his world-record €222 million transfer to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017. Known for his mesmerizing dribbling, outrageous skill, pinpoint free kicks, and ability to produce moments of pure genius, he has accumulated approximately 130 caps and around 79 goals for Brazil, making him the country's top scorer. After spells at PSG and a brief stint in Saudi Arabia, he returned to Santos in a romantic homecoming. Now 34, he aims to lead Brazil one final time at the 2026 World Cup — the five-time champions' 23rd appearance — hoping to add the one trophy that has eluded him: the World Cup itself.
Career Timeline
Returned to Santos FC in a romantic homecoming after spells in Saudi Arabia, reuniting with the club where he first became a star.
Surpassed Pelé as Brazil's all-time leading scorer during World Cup qualifying, a historic milestone for the Seleção.
Completed a world-record €222 million transfer from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain, becoming the most expensive footballer in history.
Won the Champions League with Barcelona as part of the legendary MSN trio alongside Messi and Suárez, scoring in the final against Juventus.
Led Brazil to victory in the 2013 Confederations Cup on home soil and signed for FC Barcelona from Santos, beginning his European chapter.