Neymar Joins WSOP After Brazil’s World Cup Exit

Turning the Page with Poker

Neymar has entered a $10,000 No-Limit Hold’em 6ix-Max event at the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas. The competition follows standard Texas Hold’em rules with a six-player maximum per table. This move signals a new venture away from the football pitch after Brazil’s early exit.

Emotional End to International Career

Brazil’s knockout came with a surprise 2‑1 loss to Norway in the Round of 16. Neymar found the net with a stoppage‑time penalty, Brazil’s only goal, before breaking down in tears and announcing his retirement from international soccer. The emotional wrap‑up adds depth to his shift toward a different kind of competition.

Returning to Club Duties

Top Brazilian league action resumes Thursday, featuring Neymar’s Santos traveling to face Botafogo. Santos granted the 34‑year‑old forward a few extra days off before the next fixture. While many World Cup eliminees treat the post‑tournament period as a break, Neymar is blending leisure with a high‑stakes poker event.