Neymar becomes the top scorer with Brazil | News
With the double against Bolivia, Neymar Júnior surpassed Pelé and became the all-time top scorer for the Brazilian National Team. The one born in Mogi Das Cruzes counts 79 cries with the Verdeamarelha. Brutal.
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In August 2010, Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior, known as Neymar Júnior or simply Neymar, debuted as a footballer for the Brazil national team with a goal against the United States.
"I am very happy, I have no words. I never thought I would reach this record. I am not better than Pelé or any other player in the history of the national team," Neymar expressed on the website of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF).
NEYMAR'S REFLECTION, AFTER HAVING BREAKED THE RECORD OF GOALS IN ELIMINATORIES ��️����
The Al-Hilal striker scored a double in his team's win against Bolivia and reached 79 goals. pic.twitter.com/V2gIg72lSw
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September 9, 2023
"I always wanted to put my name in the history of Brazilian football and the Brazilian national team. Today it was achieved. Thanks to my family and my teammates," he said.
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