In sparkling form since the start of international matches with Brazil, Neymar Jr is the technical leader of its selection. Author of two goals and an assist at the start of Copa America 2021, the Brazilian international (68 goals) is gradually approaching the goal record held by Pelé (77) with the Brazilian Team. Only 29 years old, the Parisian striker is expected to exceed this performance in the months or years to come. A real happiness for King Pelé. Indeed, the 80-year-old spoke of his joy to see Neymar Jr approaching his personal best.
“Every time I see this boy, he smiles. It’s impossible not to smile back. It’s contagious. Like all Brazilians, I am always happy when I see him playing football. Today, he took another step towards my record for national goals. And I can’t wait for him to get there, with the same joy I’ve had since seeing him play for the first time ”, declared the top scorer in Brazilian history via his account Instagram.
For his part, the Parisian number 10 responded to the praise of his compatriot. “Thank you… you will always be our KING.“
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– Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_inside) June 18, 2021
