- Brazil legend Neymar made an emotional return to the national side, coming on as a substitute in their 3-0 victory over Scotland in their final 2026 World Cup group game.
- This marked Neymar's first appearance for Brazil since October 2023, when he played in a World Cup qualifier against Uruguay.
- The 34-year-old forward had been a surprise inclusion in the squad and missed the opening two matches of the tournament due to a calf injury.
- Visibly tearful upon entering the pitch in the 76th minute for his 129th cap, Neymar later embraced teammates and family after the match.
- The win secured Brazil's top spot in Group C, setting them up to face the runner-up from Group F (Netherlands, Japan, or Sweden) in Houston on 29 June.
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