Neymar returned to the field with Santos, contributing to the 6-0 victory against Velo Clube, after a long absence due to an injury.

Neymar returned to the field on Sunday, playing for Santos in a convincing 6-0 victory against Velo Clube in the Paulista championship. The 34-year-old forward came on in the second half, showcasing some moments of talent in a match where Santos was already leading 3-0 at halftime.

This was his first appearance since December 2025, after undergoing surgery on his left knee. Neymar, who has had a difficult season at Santos, managed to help the team stay in the top league and signed a contract extension until 2026. He is also the top scorer in the history of the Brazilian national team, but he has not played for the national team in over two years, following a serious injury in 2023. The new head coach, Carlo Ancelotti, has not yet called him up for Brazil's upcoming matches.