Neymar

Neymar Junior is a Brazilian professional footballer, born on February 5, 1992, in Mogi das Cruzes, São Paulo. He is widely regarded as one of the most skilled footballers of his generation. Neymar began his professional career with Santos FC before moving to Barcelona in 2013, where he formed part of the prolific attacking trio, MSN, with Messi and Suarez, and won multiple titles including the UEFA Champions League.

Neymar is known for his technical skills, speed, dribbling ability, and creativity. He has won numerous individual awards, including the FIFA Puskás Award, and holds multiple records, such as the most goals for Brazil in UEFA Champions League history.

Off the field, Neymar is also recognized for his philanthropy and influence, making significant charitable contributions and inspiring millions worldwide.

Santos FC

• Youth and Early Career: Neymar was born and raised in São Paulo and joined Santos FC's youth academy. He made his first-team debut for Santos in 2009.

Barcelona

• Early Success: Neymar signed with Barcelona in 2013. During his time at the club, he helped them win numerous titles, including a UEFA Champions League title.

Paris Saint-Germain

• Record-breaking Transfer: In 2017, Neymar transferred to Paris Saint-Germain for a world-record fee. He has won numerous domestic titles with the French club and continues to be a key player in their Champions League campaigns. 
  Individual Awards: At Paris Saint-Germain, Neymar has continued to shine, earning multiple individual recognitions.

Brazil National Team

• Debut: Made his debut for Brazil in 2010.

Achievements:

• South American Youth Championship: Winner in 2011.
• Confederations Cup: Winner in 2013.
• Olympic Gold Medal: Winner in 2016.
• Neymar is one of Brazil's top scorers and has numerous appearances for the national team.

• Position: Primarily a forward, but also excels as a winger.
• Skills: Known for his exceptional dribbling, creativity, speed, and goal-scoring ability. Neymar is celebrated for his flair, precise passing, and technique.

• Family: Neymar has one son. He has been in relationships but maintains a private personal life.
• Philanthropy: Neymar is involved in various charitable activities, particularly in Brazil, and has donated significant sums to children's hospitals and disaster relief efforts.

• Neymar Junior is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for his flair, creativity, and impact on the sport. His status as an icon extends beyond the pitch, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

Most Goals in UEFA Champions League for a Brazilian:

• Over 60 goals

Most Goals in International Competitions:

• Over 65 goals

Most Goals for Santos FC:

• Over 100 goals

Most Appearances and Goals for Brazil:

• Among the top players in terms of appearances and goals

Books

• Ribeiro, L. (2014) Neymar: The Making of the World’s Greatest New Number 10. London: BackPage Press.
• Junior, N. (2014) Neymar: My Story - Conversations with my Father. New York: Simon & Schuster.

Websites

• FIFA: Information about Neymar’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.fifa.com
• Barcelona: Details about Neymar’s career at Barcelona. Available at: https://www.fcbarcelona.com
• Paris Saint-Germain: Official site with updates on Neymar’s performance and records at Paris Saint-Germain. Available at: https://www.psg.fr
• UEFA: Updates and records of Neymar in UEFA competitions. Available at: https://www.uefa.com

Articles

• BBC Sport: Neymar: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football
• The Guardian: Neymar’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/football/neymar

Interviews and Documentaries

• Neymar: The Perfect Chaos (2021): This documentary provides a detailed look at Neymar’s life and career, featuring interviews with his family, friends, and colleagues.
• ESPN Interviews: Various interviews and features on Neymar Junior, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://www.espn.com