Neymar's retirement ends an era for Brazil. His penalty was his first international goal since 2023, a quiet end for the country's all-time top scorer.
sportsMonday, July 6, 2026
Neymar retires, Brazil crashes out
Brazil's World Cup exit to Norway dominates the day, with Neymar retiring and fans calling for Ancelotti's head. Meanwhile, England's dramatic win and USMNT's Balogun ban suspension round out the tournament action.
Brazil's collapse
Brazil's round-of-16 loss to Norway has triggered a national reckoning.
Fans are already calling for Pep Guardiola to replace Carlo Ancelotti after Brazil's early exit. Norway's Erling Haaland scored twice to seal the upset.
World Cup fallout
Elsewhere in the tournament, England celebrated a classic win and the USMNT got a reprieve.
Folarin Balogun's red card suspension was suspended by FIFA, so he'll be available for the USMNT's round-of-16 match against Belgium.
England produced a spine-tingling performance in one of sport's great atmospheres, with heroes made on an incredible night.