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The article covers Neymar Junior, a key figure in world football, who recently returned to Santos after Brazil's elimination from the 2026 World Cup. He scored a brace against Chapecoense (2-2) and celebrated with a poker-style card deal, trolling critics who questioned his time spent on poker. The piece also aggregates multiple stories about Neymar, including his participation in a poker tournament during a Santos match, his provocations against a Norwegian goalkeeper, and his physical readiness for the World Cup as confirmed by coach Carlo Ancelotti. Other linked stories involve Neymar's interactions with an economist and a signed jersey for a young player.
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Football Brazil: Double scorer on his return with Santos, Neymar trolls with a poker-style celebration
On his return with Santos — after taking several weeks of rest following Brazil's elimination from the 2026 World Cup — Neymar scored a brace against Chapecoense (2-2), celebrating with a poker card deal. The gesture was a direct response to criticism over the time he has dedicated to poker rather than football.
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2026 World Cup: Brazil vs. Norway
- "Where do you want the penalty?" — Neymar's latest provocation (and insult) to the Norwegian goalkeeper
- Hit in the back, foul, nutmeg — Neymar let his frustration out against Ødegaard
- "He is ready to play 90 minutes" — Finally the big night for Neymar?
2026 World Cup: Other stories
- "No refunds" — The economist who predicted the Netherlands' victory makes his mea culpa
- "Missed again" — Neymar takes aim at a German economist who predicted Brazil's elimination
- Neymar offers a signed jersey to the "crack" Doué
- "A weapon that no other national team possesses" — Neymar more than just a substitute after his convincing return to the field?
- Neymar, Ochoa — Immense ovations and big emotions for two great returns
- "Neymar is capable of playing 90 minutes while walking" — Ancelotti reassuring about the physical form of the Brazilian star
At the center of attention for the Seleção since his call-up for the 2026 World Cup, Neymar has not yet played a single minute in the tournament due to an injury — now recovered, according to coach Carlo Ancelotti. The Brazilian star could therefore make his first appearance in the World Cup against the Tartan Army.
2026 World Cup: Betting and predictions
- Will Cristiano Ronaldo cry? Will Neymar play? — The most unlikely bets of the World Cup, offered by the prediction market platform Polymarket (banned in France).
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Neymar Joins WSOP Poker Event After Brazil's World Cup Exit