Author: Dhruv Patil
Brazilian soccer sensation Neymar is about to reach another historic milestone for the Brazilian national team, solidifying his status as one of the country’s greatest footballers. After becoming Brazil’s all-time top scorer, overtaking Pelé according to FIFA criteria, Neymar is now on the verge of making his mark as the second player with the most appearances in the rich history of Brazilian soccer.
In Brazil’s recent
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Neymar scored his 79th goal, breaking Pelé’s record. However, the Paris Saint-Germain striker isn’t satisfied with this achievement alone.
With two more matches against Venezuela and Uruguay on the same FIFA date, Neymar is expected to make 128 appearances for Brazil, securing his position as the country’s second most capped player, surpassing Daniel Alves’ 126.
Neymar’s goal now is to surpass Cafu, the five-time World Cup-winning captain, who holds the record with 142 appearances for Brazil. The difference between Neymar and Cafu is 16 games, which makes it possible for Neymar to equal the legendary right-back’s record if he plays in all 18 of Brazil’s qualifying matches.
Having played against Peru in the second round of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, Neymar currently shares second place in the ranking with Daniel Alves. However, he has already surpassed several soccer icons, including Roberto Carlos, Thiago Silva, Lúcio, Taffarel, Djalma Santos, Ronaldo, Ronaldinho and even Pelé, marking his indestructible impact on Brazilian soccer.
As the qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup progress, Neymar’s quest to become the player with the most caps for Brazil is gaining momentum. With friendly matches and the Copa America still to come, Neymar’s name is about to go down in history. It’s a remarkable achievement for a player who continues to dazzle on the pitch and leave a lasting legacy in Brazilian soccer.