Neymar’s stint at Al Hilal turned into a nightmare fast. He joined in August 2023 with big expectations. A torn ACL struck in October, sidelining him badly. In 18 months, he managed just seven games. His stats? One goal, three assists—pretty grim. Injuries wrecked his rhythm, capping him at 428 minutes. Fans hoped for magic, but he barely played. The Saudi adventure ended in January 2025. Both sides agreed to part ways mutually. A €90 million transfer fee went down the drain. His £120 million yearly salary yielded little return. Neymar’s career seemed stuck in a rut.
Then came the Santos homecoming—his childhood club beckoned. He signed and sparked instant excitement. In six starts, he netted three goals and three assists. Awards piled up too—four Man of the Match honors. His flair returned with a bang. He slotted a cool penalty past a helpless keeper. A corner kick curled straight into the net. A freekick rocketed beyond the wall brilliantly. Critics who wrote him off now eat their words. Neymar’s joy on the pitch shines through again. At Santos, he’s proving doubters wrong fast. Redemption feels sweet for the Brazilian star.
The revival doesn’t stop at club level—Brazil sees it too. Neymar earned a spot in the World Cup qualifiers squad. His national team believes in him again. Coach Dorival Junior trusts his resurgence fully. That Al Hilal flop fades into memory now. Santos fans chant his name with pride. Each goal rebuilds his legacy stronger. Neymar dances past defenders like old times. His career arc bends toward glory once more. At 33, he’s far from finished. This comeback screams one thing loud: Neymar is back. The world watches his next move eagerly.
