Brazilian forward who announced retirement from international football after scoring his 80th goal for Brazil in a World Cup loss to Norway.
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The Ghanaian Times
Brazil coach, Carlo Ancelotti, has said Neymar has “improved a lot” in recent weeks but is yet to reveal if he will make the World Cup squad. …
‘Improving’ Neymar could play at WC -AncelottiJoy Online
Neymar says he “crossed the line” as he apologised to his Santos team-mate Robinho Jr for slapping the teenager during a training session. …
Neymar apologises for slapping teenager Robinho JrThe Ghanaian Times
Robinho Jr. wants Santos teammate Neymar to issue a public apology following Sunday’s altercation. …
Robinho Jr. demands public apology from NeymarJoy Online
… Of all the elite forwards to have arrived over the past two decades – including Thierry Henry, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Neymar, Ousmane Dembele and Robert Lewandowski – hardly any have hit the ground running. …
Why Rashford must be patient over Barcelona futureNeymar has officially announced the end of his international career with Brazil, stating he will not play for the Seleção again after more than a decade representing the country. His announcement came after Brazil's World Cup elimination against Norway.
6 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Neymar has officially announced the end of his international career with Brazil, stating he will not play for the Seleção again after more than a decade representing the country. His announcement came after Brazil's World Cup elimination against Norway.
6 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Brazil arrives at each World Cup burdened by expectations of jogo bonito—the beautiful, creative football style of past generations—but has delivered disciplined, calculated play for nearly three decades. Each generation faces nostalgic comparisons to legends like Pelé and Ronaldinho, with the nation's near-misses in 2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022 fueling frustration.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Brazilian forward Neymar has announced his retirement from international football after Brazil's 2-1 defeat to Norway in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16, with the 34-year-old scoring his 80th goal for his country via a late penalty.
7 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Neymar said his Brazil career was "over" after Brazil's 2-1 World Cup last-16 loss to Norway, where he came on as a substitute and scored a late penalty. The 34-year-old, Brazil's all-time leading goalscorer with 80 goals, has made 130 appearances for his country.
6 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Brazil fell short at the World Cup despite Carlo Ancelotti's arrival as coach, winning 10 of 16 games but failing to progress past the group stage. The article argues Brazil must rebuild its midfield, traditionally a creative strength, and questions whether Ancelotti's dependence on Casemiro is the right approach moving forward.
6 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Erling Haaland scored twice in the second half to help Norway defeat five-time winners Brazil 2–1 and reach the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time. Brazil's Bruno Guimaraes missed a first-half penalty, and despite Neymar converting a late penalty, Brazil exited before the quarter-finals for the first time since 1990.
5 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Carlo Ancelotti addressed journalists in Miami ahead of Brazil's World Cup match against Scotland on Wednesday. Brazilian media focused on Ancelotti's plans to deploy star players including Neymar and Vinicius Jnr to help Brazil end its 24-year wait for a World Cup title, with the last victory coming in the United States in 1994.
24 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Brazil defeated Haiti 3-0 in their second 2026 World Cup group match, with goals from Matheus Cunha and Vinicius Jr before half-time, but registered no shots on target in the second half while Haiti had seven attempts, prompting questions about when the best version of Brazil will appear in the tournament.
21 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Brazil forward Neymar will not travel with the squad for their World Cup group game against Haiti on Friday as he continues to recover from a calf injury, the Brazilian football association said. He will remain in New Jersey to continue his recovery at the team's facilities.
19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Luka Modric, and Neymar are stepping onto that stage for what is understood to be the very last time in their careers.
14 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Neymar is "recovering well" from a calf injury sustained late last month and is making good progress in treatment ahead of Brazil's World Cup campaign, which begins against Morocco in New Jersey on Saturday, according to the Brazilian Football Confederation.
10 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Neymar is "recovering well" from a calf injury ahead of Brazil's World Cup campaign, with an MRI scan on Monday showing "good progress in his treatment," the Brazilian Football Confederation said. Coach Carlo Ancelotti has indicated the 34-year-old will be ready for either Brazil's first or second game.
10 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber has been ruled out of the Netherlands' World Cup campaign with a groin injury and replaced by Lutsharel Geertruida. The Royal Dutch Football Association said Timber had not recovered sufficiently to take part in the tournament in a medically responsible manner.
8 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Manager Ståle Solbakken employs a pragmatic Northern European football philosophy focused on tight defence and aggressive attacking, typically using a flexible 4-3-3 formation designed to maximize the impact of key players like Erling Haaland and Martin Ødegaard.
8 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said he is in no rush to return star forward Neymar from a calf injury ahead of the World Cup in the US, Canada and Mexico, with Neymar expected to be available for the team's first or second group stage match. Brazil begin their campaign against Morocco on June 13.
4 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Italian manager Carlo Ancelotti agreed in May 2025 to lead Brazil as their first-ever foreign coach at a World Cup, and has prioritized learning Portuguese through intensive lessons to win over the fanbase and local staff.
2 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Al-Nassr clinched the Saudi Pro League title with a 4-1 win over Damac on the final night of the season, ending his wait for domestic silverware since winning Serie A with Juventus in 2020. Al Hilal finished two points behind.
22 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Neymar has suffered a minor calf injury with oedema but is expected to recover in time to join Brazil's World Cup camp next week. The 34-year-old, Brazil's all-time leading scorer, was named in the squad for the tournament starting June 11 in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
22 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The article argues that Andre Dede Ayew, who captained Ghana's U-20 World Cup-winning team in 2009, deserves inclusion in the nation's 2026 World Cup squad based on his leadership, experience, and commitment to the Black Stars over many years.
20 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Neymar was substituted out in the 65th minute after the fourth official incorrectly held up his number 10 instead of Gonzalo Escobar's, despite Neymar being temporarily off the pitch for treatment on a calf injury. Santos confirmed the error, and Neymar was yellow-carded after attempting to return to the field.
17 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti says Neymar has "improved a lot" in recent weeks and remains hopeful of playing in his fourth World Cup after being included in the preliminary squad, though Ancelotti has not yet confirmed his selection for the 26-man roster due May 18.
14 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Neymar apologized to his Santos teammate Robinho Jr, 18, after slapping him during a training session on Sunday, saying he "crossed the line" and "overreacted." The two players have since cleared the air, with Robinho Jr saying Neymar apologized several times and realized he had gone too far.
7 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Robinho Jr., an 18-year-old Santos player, is demanding a public apology from 34-year-old teammate Neymar after an altercation during Sunday's training session. The teenager has made three allegations against Neymar and demanded a meeting with Santos to discuss contract termination, citing a "lack of minimum safety standards," though sources suggest the move may be an attempt to exit the club through legal channels.
6 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Marcus Rashford, on loan at Barcelona from Manchester United, has scored 12 goals this season and made a significant impact despite recent transfer speculation. The article argues Rashford should be patient regarding his future at the club.
26 April 2026 · Joy Online →