At Riyadh’s packed SEF Arena this Tuesday, Neymar Jr. dominated. The Brazilian footballer, currently with Al Hilal, led his squad, Team Neymar Jr, to victory in a matchup against Mossad Al Dossary’s Team Falcons. Their face-off, featuring games like Counter-Strike 2, Rocket League, and TEKKEN 8, ended with Neymar’s team edging out a 2-1 win.
NEYMAR NEYMAR NEYMAR#EsportsWorldCup | @neymarjr pic.twitter.com/eGdVDGEvI0
— Esports World Cup (@EWC_EN) August 20, 2024
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While Neymar’s roots are deeply embedded in football, his foray into esports reflects his versatile interests. Beyond playing, he partly owns FURIA Esports, a key player in the Brazilian esports scene.
What a pop off from @neymarjr in his TEKKEN 8 win that crowned him the champion!#EsportsWorldCup pic.twitter.com/NYchOSCqBb
— Esports World Cup (@EWC_EN) August 20, 2024
Neymar views esports as a viable career path for the younger generation, considering his involvement more than just a hobby but a serious business venture.
What a flash from @neymarjr 🧠 pic.twitter.com/rkHKQ3JSl5
— Esports World Cup (@EWC_EN) August 20, 2024
Despite his excitement for the gaming world, Neymar is also on a recovery path from an injury he picked up last October during a World Cup qualifier against Uruguay. He’s using this downtime to engage in esports, with plans to return to the football pitch between September and October this year.
As the Esports World Cup wraps up its final week, the excitement continues with top-tier competitions in TEKKEN 8 and PUBG Battlegrounds. With Neymar at the helm, the event promises a thrilling conclusion.
