Neymar da Silva broke down in tears following Brazil's elimination from the 2026 World Cup, after a 2-1 defeat to Norway in the round of 16, in an emotional moment captured by television cameras after the final whistle, as deep sorrow swept over the Seleção players.
Neymar was visibly distraught at the end of the match, particularly as the exit came on a night that may prove to be his last in a World Cup tournament, after Brazil failed to continue their pursuit of a sixth title.
Neymar scored Brazil's only goal in stoppage time from the penalty spot, but it was not enough to spare his country from elimination, as Norway sealed the victory with a brace from Erling Haaland.
Gloom descended on the Brazilian squad after the match, as they bowed out in the round of 16 in one of the biggest surprises of the 2026 World Cup, while Norway advanced to the quarterfinals.
Neymar is considered one of the most prominent stars of Brazilian football over the past decade, and fans had pinned their hopes on him to lead the Seleção back to world glory, but the exit against Norway ended Brazil's dream at an early stage, leaving their captain in a poignant farewell scene.