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That year, he suffered a serious knee problem in October and has since found it difficult to get back to his best.<\/p>\n<p>His recovery left him initially listed as doubtful for a place in Brazil\u2019s World Cup squad. However, the situation worsened again last month when a calf issue forced him out of Brazil\u2019s first two matches at the tournament.<\/p>\n<p>Despite those setbacks, Neymar finally made his international comeback against Scotland. He was met with loud support from the stands, with fans chanting his name as he returned to action.<\/p>\n<h2>What Neymar said after Brazil topped Group C<\/h2>\n<p>After Brazil finished at the top of Group C, Neymar spoke to reporters about the emotional moment following his appearance.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>He said he went to the locker room by himself and \u201cshed a few tears\u201d after coming back.<\/li>\n<li>He described it as an \u201cimmense relief\u201d to experience the World Cup again.<\/li>\n<li>He said the feeling carried gratitude, adding that he thanked God for allowing him to relive the moment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>World Cup record and mindset for the next round<\/h2>\n<p>Neymar is Brazil\u2019s leading all-time scorer, having netted 79 goals. He has now taken part in four World Cups, contributing eight goals and four assists in tournaments since his first appearance in 2014.<\/p>\n<p>Reflecting on the change around him, Neymar said the time away meant it felt like a different team, and that he was viewing things with \u201cfresh eyes.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He also expressed satisfaction at being able to return and represent Brazil at a World Cup, saying it was a chance to defend the national team after so many years.<\/p>\n<h2>Next match: second round in Houston<\/h2>\n<p>Brazil\u2019s next assignment comes in the second round, where they will face the runners-up from Group F. The match is scheduled for Monday in Houston.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Brazil forward Neymar revealed that he broke down alone in the dressing room after returning to the pitch following a 981-day absence, coming on in the second half during Wednesday\u2019s 3-0 World Cup victory over Scotland in Miami. Return after a long wait The 34-year-old had not appeared for Brazil since 2023. 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