Neymar is stepping away from international football. Brazil's World Cup run ended with a 2-1 loss to Norway in round of 16. The 34-year-old striker was emotional after,saying,“I tried. It started here,at MetLife Stadium,and I finished here. It is now over.”
Began his national journey August 10,2010, against U.S . at same stadium in East Rutherford. Over years, Neymar became Brazil's top scorer, surpassing Pele to reach that milestone.
Against Norway,Neymar scored late penalty after subbing in. But not enough. At final whistle,he was in tears,consoled by Raphinha and Vinicius Junior.
Throughout tournament,Neymar battled right calf injury,limiting him to two appearances out of five matches. Played just 15 minutes against Scotland in group stage. With Brazil looking to new generation,captain Marquinhos urged fans to be patient and supportive. “We ask that people will have patience with new generation and support them from the get-go,” he said. Will fans heed call?…
