Neymar with a Stunning Corner Goal
Neymar with a Stunning Corner Goal
In a thrilling encounter in the São Paulo region, Neymar, 33, marked his return to a full match after over a year as Santos triumphed 3-0 over Inter de Limeira.
The star’s performance was unforgettable, with an iconic goal that left his critics speechless.
Neymar’s performance began in the 9th minute when he delivered a perfect corner, setting up Tiquinho to score with a powerful header.
But it wasn’t long before the Brazilian international was met with hostile chants from the home crowd.
Neymar’s Corner Kick Magic
As he prepared for a second corner in the 27th minute, Neymar, smiling, playfully gestured to the fans to continue their jeers.
What followed was a moment of sheer brilliance.
Just seconds later, Neymar unleashed a stunning direct corner kick that skimmed past the goalkeeper, rattling the post before nestling into the back of the net.
The boos turned to silence in an instant as Neymar celebrated his first goal since scoring 502 days ago.
UGASUAGSDUASGDUAGSUDGA O NEYMAR METEU UM GOL OLÍMPICO! O ADM TÁ COMPLETAMENTE MALUCO! NÃO É POSSÍVEL! KKKKKKKKKKKKKK #Paulistão2025 pic.twitter.com/8S3vby2Npk
— TNT Sports BR (@TNTSportsBR) February 23, 2025
Neymar Reflects on the Fan Conflict
In the post-match interview, Neymar addressed the tension with the Inter de Limeira fans.
“They provoked me, so I told them to keep going,” Neymar explained. “I made the first assist, and when they did it again, I told myself, ‘This time, I’m the one who will score.’ And I did, with a perfect shot. That was my first Olympic goal.”
Neymar’s Return to the Brazilian National Team?
Neymar, who last played for Brazil on 18 October 2023 in a 2-0 loss to Uruguay, expressed his desire to return to the national team.
“I’m preparing myself, game by game, feeling better physically,” Neymar said.
“I know I won’t be the same as when I was 19 – how much I miss that! – but I feel great and more relaxed now.
Playing for Brazil has always been a huge honour for me, and if I get the chance again, I will be very happy to represent my country.”
Neymar’s desire to return to the Selecao echoes his commitment to his national team, as the Brazilian star continues to shine on the domestic stage with Santos.
A DUPLA NEYPHIS TÁ DEMAIS! QUE DUPLA FOD@! 🦅🐋 Memphis respondeu a publicação de Neymar, onde o craque do Santos homenageou o amigo do Corinthians, afirmando que são "rivais e amigos". O holandês respondeu em seu storie! #Paulistão2025 pic.twitter.com/ygreQM16zs
— TNT Sports BR (@TNTSportsBR) February 24, 2025
A Tribute to Memphis Depay’s Celebration
After his sensational Olympic-style goal (scoring directly from a corner), Neymar marked his achievement with a celebration reminiscent of his close friend and former Barcelona teammate, Memphis Depay.
He covered his ears, sending a message to the critics who had been vocal against him.
Depay took to social media to respond, writing on his InstaStory: “Rival on the field, brother off it.
Love you, bro! Congratulations on that Olympic goal, you’re crazy!”
