Neymar’s career: From the Brazilian metropolis to dazzling Paris
Neymar Jr. is one of the biggest World Cup 2022 stars. The career of the winger began noticeably less impressive in the Brazilian metropolis of Sao Paulo. Only at the age of seven did he start at Portuguesa Santista. Nice at the age of eleven, today’s superstar left the club for FC Santos. Here, the offensive player quickly earned his status as a real gem and made the leap into the first team six years after moving to the youth team.
During his time at FC Santos, the right foot laid laid the foundation for his impressive career. After strong performances at the Copa Libertadores, the big clubs from Europe finally knocked on the door. To the season In 2013/14 the Brazilian moved to FC Barcelona. This is where the former talent finally became a superstar. In 2017, the international turned his back on the Catalans and joined French club Paris Saint-Germain.
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The previous professional stations at a glance
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FC Santos: 2009 – 2013 -
FC Barcelona: 2013 – 2017 -
Paris Saint Germain: since 2017
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Previous achievements and career highlights
The career of Neymar Jr. through numerous successes with all his clubs. The noble technician was already able to celebrate his first successes with FC Santos in his Brazilian homeland. Including the traditional Copa Libertadores in the 2010/11 season.
The offensive player became really successful after his move to FC Barcelona. There were two times Spanish championship, the Catalans also conceded the Champions League and the title at the Club World Cup away. His career in Paris has been similarly successful since then. The Brazilian has already won the championship four times with his team. In addition, titles in the French Cup, League Cup and Super Cup followed. However, what is immediately noticeable: Neymar has not yet become world champion.
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Footballer of the Year in Brazil: 2011 -
FIFA Puskás Preis: 2011
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top scorer: Champions League, Copa del Rey, Copa Libertadores
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FIFA Club World Champions: 2015 -
Winner of the Champions league: 2014/15 -
French master: 2017/18, 2018/19, 2019/20, 2021/22
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Spanish master: 2014/15, 2015/16
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UEFA Supercup Winner: 2015/16
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Spanish Cup Winner: 2014/15, 2015/16, 2016/17
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French cup winner: 2017/18, 2019/20, 2020/21
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Spanish Super Cup Winner: 2013/14 -
French League Cup winner: 2017/18, 2019/20 -
Brazilian Cup Winner: 2010 -
Libertadores Cup: 2010/11 -
Confederations Cup: 2013 -
South American Recopa: 2011/12 -
U20-South American Champion: 2011 -
Olympic champion: 2015/16 -
French Super Cup winner: 2018/19, 2019/20, 2020/21
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role in the national team
In the “Selecao” Neymar is by far the biggest superstar among many stars. The offensive player is Pacemaker in the front attacking quarter, leading player and at the same time creative head. Hardly any attack by the Brazilians does not go through the Paris Saint-Germain professional, the accurate winger is involved in almost every dangerous action. An exciting prerequisite for the World Cup 2022 goalscorer tips. In short: A Neymar Jr. in top form is absolutely essential for Brazil.
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That is what distinguishes Neymar
The strengths of the Brazilian international all lie in the offensive actions. On the defensive, the attacker often holds back and has been criticized for this over the past few years. On the other hand, flexibility is particularly important. The dribbler will preferably used on the left wing, but can also be used on the other side or in the center evade.
The Brazilian’s style of play is characterized by a impressive technique and a very fine ball control. Mixed with the remarkable speed, the offensive artist always manages to attract several opposing players. This creates space for the teammates. Since he prefers to play as a right-footed left winger, he can also cause danger with final actions from the wing. The noble technician is also feared as a free-kick taker.
According to Neymar, he has taken some of the best footballers of all time as role models. Among them Andrés Iniesta, Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Wayne Rooney.
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What can Neymar Jr do for Brazil at the 2022 World Cup?
Neymar Jr. is undisputedly the biggest superstar in the Brazilian national team. However, the offensive man has worked hard for that. Meanwhile, the right foot is the second best shooter of the “Selecao” any times. Already in 2020 he replaced a certain Ronaldo and could even become the best Brazilian striker of all time in the course of his career.
This is exactly what underlines the role of the offensive man in his team. On a good day, Neymar is a real artist with the ball, who can hardly be stopped by a defender. On bad days, however, the superstar becomes a total failure and often pulls the rest of the team down as well. Nevertheless, all qualities are undisputed – and it is precisely on these that the hopes in Qatar rest.
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