Historical NeymarThe opening challenge of the World Cup qualifiers Brazil It's a show by O'Ney who overtakes O Rei Pelé in the all-time scorers of the Seleçao. Bolivia ends up overwhelmed 5-1. The first half ends with a goal by Rodrygo and a penalty missed by Neymar.
In the second half Neymar, which will move to theAl Hilal he goes wild: assist to Raphinha for the double then, after Rodrygo's hat-trick, here comes the brace that catapults him into history. The goal that overtakes Pelé is the first, the one that brings him to 78 goals. “I am very happy, there are no words. I never thought I could reach this record” Neymar said.
In reality, Pelé's goals with the green-gold national team would be 95 in 114 games, but the Brazilian federation does not take into account those scored in friendlies against club teams. So the 77 goals of the great O Rei are now a memory. The new record is 79 and it is by Neymar.
Article published on 9 September 2023 - 12:27