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Neymar Contemplates Retirement After Knee Surgery Setback

1/5/2026

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Neymar considered retiring due to a meniscus injury, per his father, Neymar da Silva Santos Sr., in a YouTube interview.
Neymar expressed doubts about continuing his career and was urged to focus on recovery despite external pressures.
He underwent minor knee surgery on December 22, 2025, after ongoing fitness issues since tearing his ACL and meniscus in October 2023, and is expected to recover for the 2026 season.

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Neymar considered retiring due to a meniscus injury, per his father, Neymar da Silva Santos Sr., in a YouTube interview.
Neymar expressed doubts about continuing his career and was urged to focus on recovery despite external pressures.
He underwent minor knee surgery on December 22, 2025, after ongoing fitness issues since tearing his ACL and meniscus in October 2023, and is expected to recover for the 2026 season.