Neymar continues to be the center of debate as he appeared on a golf course just a few days after Brazil’s defeat at the 2026 World Cup.
After Brazil stopped in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup with a 1-2 defeat against Norway on July 5, Neymar once again became a controversial topic.
According to Brazilian media, the image of the Brazil national team captain playing golf during a vacation with his family created many mixed opinions on social media. The fact that he appeared on the golf course with a happy expression quickly sparked debate.
A section of fans argued that this is completely normal. According to them, Neymar has the right to rest, relieve pressure, and balance his mind after a disappointing season and World Cup.
On the contrary, quite a few opinions suggested that the timing of Neymar playing golf lacked tact. As the number 10 and leader of the Brazil team, he was expected to show more discretion after his home team’s defeat.
Some people even commented that the relaxed image on the golf course easily creates the feeling that Neymar was not much affected by Brazil’s early departure from the tournament.
Right after the loss to Norway, Neymar burst into tears and left open the possibility of parting ways with the national team. The 34-year-old striker admitted: “It’s all over. It started here and it also ends here”, as an implication of closing the journey of wearing the “Selecao” shirt.
Along with the disappointment of the early elimination, the Santos striker also endured a wave of fierce criticism from fans and the media due to a performance that did not meet expectations at the tournament. In that context, Neymar chose to spend time resting with his family to temporarily avoid the pressure.
Despite being off the pitch, Neymar remains one of the figures generating the greatest attraction and controversy in Brazilian football. Every action of his, from playing to daily life, quickly becomes a topic dissected by fans and the media.
