In a recent interview with CazéTV, Neymar, the Brazilian soccer superstar, revealed surprising details regarding his commitment to the national team after the disappointing 2022 World Cup.
The player admitted: “After the competition, I have to be honest, I didn’t want to come back to the Brazilian team anymore. But I thought about it. Since I am a competitor at heart, I changed my mind. The pain of defeat was heavy, but seeing my family suffer so much, I realized I had to come back. It’s going to be fine, it has to be.”
The quarter-final loss to Croatia came as a shock to Neymar, who said: “I cried for five days in a row. It was really hard to see our dream fly away like that. I didn’t think we would concede this goal, and it remains the most painful defeat of my career, that’s for sure.”
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Neymar’s heroic fight against adversity before the World Cup
During the preparation for the World Cup, the player had to face a double challenge: a ligament injury and an illness that weakened him physically. He said: “It was one of the worst weeks of my life. I was not only injured, but also very sick. I was undergoing the treatment lying in my bed, and it was a difficult time to overcome.”
Despite these hardships, Neymar returned to form and said: “I feel 100% now, ready to give everything for my country. See you in 2026 for the next World Cup!”
This candid statement from Neymar reassured the Brazilian fans, who are eagerly awaiting his return to the pitch to defend the chances of their national team. With his talent and determination, there is no doubt that he will continue to shine and mark the history of Brazilian football. As he said himself: “It’s going to be fine, it has to be.”
