Neymar's post‑victory announcement reshapes Brazil's future plans

Under the bright lights of the Copa Sudamericana semi‑final in Caracas, Neymar celebrated Santos' 4‑2 triumph over Universidad Central Venezuela before turning his attention to the national stage, announcing that the 34‑year‑old Brazilian forward will probably no longer make himself available for Brazil.

Neymar, the 34‑year‑old Brazilian forward, announced he will probably no longer make himself available for the Brazil national team. He made the statement immediately after his club, Santos, secured a win in the Copa Sudamericana.

Santos faced Universidad Central of Venezuela in that Copa Sudamericana tie. The Brazilian side emerged victorious with a 4‑2 scoreline.

Universidad Central represents Venezuelan football in the competition. The Copa Sudamericana is a South American club tournament that pits teams from across the continent against each other.

Santos, a club based in Brazil, fielded Neymar in the match. Neymar, who plays as an attacker for Santos, used the victory to declare his likely unavailability for Brazil.