Jul 5, 2026, 07:54 PM ET

An emotional Neymar declared his international career with Brazil had concluded after the squad's World Cup elimination by Norway in the round of 16 on Sunday.

The 34-year-old netted a late penalty consolation goal during Brazil's 2-1 defeat, where Erling Haaland scored twice, resulting in the nation's earliest exit since 1990.

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Neymar collapsed to the pitch in tears at the final whistle inside MetLife Stadium in New Jersey and received comfort from fellow players.

"I gave everything I could. It ends now," he said to Globo. "My journey began at this venue and concludes here."

Neymar debuted for Brazil versus the United States in a friendly at MetLife Stadium back in August 2010 and found the net on his first appearance.

He ends his Brazil tenure as the all-time top scorer with 80 goals, three more than Pelé.

His stoppage-time strike on Sunday made him only the second Brazilian man after Pelé to score across four World Cups. Neymar's 130 caps rank second behind Cafu (142) in the nation's history.

Hampered by a persistent right calf issue, Neymar featured in just two of Brazil's five matches, playing 15 minutes against Scotland in the group stage and entering as a substitute in the 67th minute versus Norway.

The country's standout performer for over ten years had been restricted by injuries in recent times. Brazil now faces a rebuilding phase as younger talents assume greater responsibility.

"We must keep working and explore fresh approaches," Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti stated after the match. "This mirrors our efforts throughout the year.

"My experience shows this outcome is deeply disappointing and leaves everyone saddened.

"Yet this proved a strong squad, and I thank the players for their dedication. We did not merit defeat, yet we accept the result.

"Football and sport bring such moments where sadness and disappointment must be handled.

"I know this well, but we will channel the loss into motivation for the upcoming cycle.

"The profound sadness affects us all, including supporters. Such emotions are expected, but the focus must remain on responding properly."

ESPN's Mark Ogden and The Associated Press contributed to this report.