FFor someone as talented as Neymar and with such an extensive goalscoring record for Brazil, it is surprising that he has not won a trophy with his national team since the 2013 FIFA Condelations Cup. However, he only had one golden opportunity, and when he was given that opportunity, he shined even more. But Lionel Messi stood in his way.
Neymar produced his best performance against Argentina in the 2021 Copa America final, but it wasn’t enough to avoid defeat on home soil. The 2022 FIFA World Cup has begun, and Brazil will face Argentina in what will be an epic revenge match in the tournament’s semifinals. But Croatia stood in his way.
Despite scoring a great goal in extra time, Brazil conceded the equalizer with three minutes left in the game. The penalty was then taken and Neymar was about to take his fifth shot, which is what he always did and liked to do. But it never got to him. Marquinhos and Rodrygo missed chances, and Neymar never converted a penalty.
After Brazil lost to Croatia, Neymar felt as if he had died and was at his own funeral
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches and qualification for the tournament is in doubt, Neymar has opened up about what he experienced after the 2022 defeat. It was an unprecedented and frightening experience for the Brazilian, who felt like he was about to die, or actually died.
I thought I was going to die. After the match we went to the hotel. It felt like the world had ended…I knew what my funeral was going to be like. I swear to God. I was sitting in a small room and everyone started arriving. My family also arrived and more people came. No one said anything, his eyes turned red… It felt like he was in a coffin, and everyone was saying, “Oh, you’re still alive, aren’t you?” That’s how I felt.
This is a surprising statement from Neymar, who is currently undergoing a real mental challenge. The upcoming World Cup will likely be his last chance to win football’s most coveted trophy. If injuries continue to plague him, there is a good chance this will be his last international tournament in Brazil. Carlo Ancelotti has the final say on whether he is there or not.
