Former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson put Neymar Jr. on a high pedestal after the Brazilian soccer star announced his retirement following his country’s shock 2-1 defeat to Norway in the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Sunday.

Neymar's dream of lifting the FIFA World Cup came to a heartbreaking end on Sunday as Brazil suffered a 2-1 defeat to Norway in the Round of 16.

That is all for the international soccer career of Brazilian superstar Neymar Jr. A shocking 2-1 loss to Erling Haaland and Norway in the Round of 16 on Sunday afternoon not only broke Brazil’s heart but also marked the last time fans will ever see Neymar Jr.

Neymar Jr. is ending his international soccer career. The Brazilian soccer star told reporters after Brazil lost to Norway, 2-1, in the Round of 16, that he was ending his time playing for the national team.

Brazil dropped Neymar from the starting XI vs Norway despite him being fit, as Carlo Ancelotti opted for a high-press system. Lucas Paqueta's injury didn't force Neymar's return. He was named on the bench but remains available as a second-half option.

Neymar Jr. announced his retirement from international football after Brazil's painful exit at the hands of Norway in the Round of 16.

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