With the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup just around the corner, an unexpected rumor has thrown the spotlight on Mexico's Pachuca: could Neymar Jr. really join their squad?

As Brazil’s Fluminense gears up for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, the club’s leadership has been working behind the scenes to add star power worthy of the global stage.

With Neymar sidelined, Carlo Ancelotti coached his first training session in the Brazil national team, hinting to a potential starting XI for his debut against Ecuador.

Neymar’s return to Santos has been underwhelming so far. Since rejoining the club at the start of 2025, he’s played only 11 matches in four months due to injuries and recurring physical setbacks. He has scored three goals and provided three assists, all in the Campeonato Paulista.

With his current deal nearing its end, Neymar broke the silence after being sent off in what could be his last game for Santos.

Neymar was back in the starting lineup for Santos, but an unfortunate incident led to his expulsion against Botafogo in the Brasileirao.

Yamal’s admiration for Neymar is no secret. The 16-year-old winger, who emerged as one of Barcelona’s key players this season, often cites the Brazilian as a major influence. Their upcoming meeting in Brazil is already being hailed as a symbolic passing of the torch.

Within an hour of the final whistle, the club’s most recognizable former stars—Kylian Mbappe, Neymar, and Sergio Ramos—took to social media with messages of pride and joy.

The internet doesn’t forgive — and it certainly doesn’t forget.

In the middle of Neymar’s Santos contract uncertainty, a powerful symbol has emerged—a piece of history revived in modern fabric.

Ahead of his first games as Brazil national team head coach, Carlo Ancelotti revealed why he decided to leave Neymar out of the squad list.

Carlo Ancelotti has officially taken charge of the Brazilian national team and revealed his first squad list for the World Cup qualifiers. Following a highly successful club career with Real Madrid, Chelsea, PSG, and Bayern Munich, this marks his debut as a national team manager.

Barcelona fans, soccer romantics, and statisticians alike will be watching closely—because Lamine Yamal is chasing a milestone once set by his idol, Neymar.

Neymar made his return to the pitch following injury and, amid Santos’ relegation battle, delivered a key 4-word message about his future.

With the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup on the horizon and speculation swirling about Cristiano Ronaldo’s next move, the Riyadh-based club has reportedly declined the chance to sign the superstar.