Neymar Reveals His Choice for Football’s True King
Barcelona and PSG legend Neymar has made a surprising declaration about who he considers the real ‘king’ of football, bypassing his former teammate Lionel Messi in the process.
Throughout his illustrious 16-year career, Neymar has shared the pitch with some of football’s greatest talents, including:
• Luis Suarez
• Kylian Mbappe
• Ronaldinho
• Lionel Messi
His partnership with Messi stands out particularly, spanning both Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, with the duo making an impressive 206 appearances together. However, when it comes to crowning football’s true king, Neymar’s allegiance lies elsewhere.
The Brazilian’s Ultimate Football Icon
Despite early predictions that Neymar would reach the heights of Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, his career took an unexpected turn with his record-breaking move to PSG. This transfer earned him the nickname “the prince who didn’t want to be king,” but Neymar has a different perspective on this title.
“It’s not that I didn’t want to be a king,” Neymar explained in an interview with ‘TheGrefg’ YouTube channel. “It’s that for me there is only one king, and that is Pelé.”
The Brazilian superstar’s admiration for Pelé stems from his legendary countryman’s unprecedented achievements, including:
• Three World Cup victories with Brazil
• Over 1000 career goals
• Revolutionary impact on global football
• Transforming the beautiful game
Reflecting on his own career, Neymar remains grateful despite the challenges: “Many things happened, I had many injuries that cost me a lot in my career. I have achieved almost everything I dreamed of, and even things I never dreamed of. I’m very grateful to God for changing my life, that of my family and my friends. That’s what matters most to me.”
Neymar’s choice of Pelé as football’s king showcases the deep respect for Brazil’s football heritage and the lasting impact of the three-time World Cup winner’s legacy. While modern football has produced exceptional talents like Messi and Ronaldo, Pelé’s influence on Brazilian football continues to resonate with current generations.
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Topics: Neymar, Lionel Messi, Pele, Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, Football
