Neymar eliminated from Las Vegas poker tournament shortly after Brazil's World Cup departure
Just days following Brazil's elimination from the FIFA World Cup, footballer Neymar participated in the $10,000 six-handed No-Limit Hold’em tournament at the 2026 World Series of Poker in Las Vegas. The 34-year-old athlete was knocked out during the first day of play. Following Brazil's 1-2 loss to Norway in the Round of 16, Neymar appeared to indicate that he was retiring from international competition.