FIFA World Cup: Brazil's star footballer Neymar announced retirement after defeat by Norway

 FIFA World Cup: Brazil's star footballer Neymar announced retirement after defeat by Norway

Brazil star Neymar Jr. announces retirement from international football after losing to Norway in the pre-quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Norway defeated five-time world champions Brazil 1-2 in a match played in New Jersey to advance to the quarterfinals of the World Cup for the first time, while Brazil's journey in the event came to an end.

Erling Haaland scored both goals for Norway. He scored the first goal in the 79th and 90th minutes, while Neymar Jr. scored the only goal for Brazil with a penalty kick in the closing moments of the match.

After the defeat, Neymar could not control his emotions and became emotional on the field after his dream of winning the World Cup was shattered. He later announced his retirement from international football.

According to foreign media, Neymar said while talking to Brazilian journalists, "I tried my best, it all started here in this stadium and I ended it here. Now it's all over." Following Neymar's retirement announcement, football fans around the world are paying tribute to him for his brilliant international career.