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Brazil's all-time top goalscorer, a magician of the ball who played for Barcelona, PSG and Santos.
Neymar plays football the way Brazil invented it — with joy.
From Santos wonderkid to the MSN era at Barcelona, then the world-record move to PSG, Neymar has always been pure spectacle.
The legacy
- Brazil's all-time top scorer
- Olympic gold in 2016
- Countless titles and unforgettable goals
"I always want to make people happy with my football."
Follow for goals, skills and the return to Santos.
Quick Facts
BornFebruary 5, 1992 · Mogi das Cruzes, Brazil
Full nameNeymar da Silva Santos Júnior
NationalityBrazilian
ProfessionProfessional footballer
PositionForward / winger
Known forDribbling, flair, record transfer
Milestones
2009
Santos debut
Debuts for Santos, drawing comparisons to Pelé.
2013
Barcelona move
Joins Barcelona, forming the legendary "MSN" trio.
2015
Champions League
Wins the treble and Champions League with Barcelona.
2017
Record transfer
Moves to PSG for a world-record €222 million.
2016
Olympic gold
Wins Brazil's first Olympic football gold.
Stories & Facts
The heir to Pelé
As a Santos prodigy he was hailed as Brazil's next great #10.
The MSN trio
With Messi and Suárez he formed one of football's greatest attacks.
A flair icon
His dazzling dribbling and tricks made him a global fan favorite.
Controversies
Injury struggles
Repeated injuries and high-profile transfer disputes marked his later career.
Lifestyle
Brazil's samba king. Neymar plays with joy, flair and imagination. Off the pitch he's a style icon and devoted father. Though injuries slowed him, his talent and influence on a generation of footballers are undeniable.
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Achievements & Awards
- World-record transfer fee (€222 million)
- UEFA Champions League winner (2015)
- Olympic gold medalist with Brazil
- Multiple league titles across Europe
- One of Brazil's all-time leading goalscorers