Neymar Returns to Brazil, Quotes Hamilton Mantra and Helps Seal Group Lead

Overview

• Neymar returned to the Brazil national team as a second-half substitute on June 25 after nearly three years away and helped the side to a 3–0 win over Scotland that secured top spot in Group C.
• After the match Neymar posted an emotional photo with the caption “REMEMBER WHO YOU ARE,” a phrase recently popularized by Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton.
• Hamilton replied to Neymar’s post with the single-word comment “Always!” and the official Formula 1 account noted the link between the two athletes’ messages.
• Former Brazil players including Kaká and Rivaldo publicly praised Neymar’s return and sports media framed the exchange as a broader moment of resilience and camaraderie across football and motorsport.
• Brazil now prepares to face Japan in Houston on June 29 with Neymar expected to build match fitness in the coming days and selection and tactics likely to follow his minutes against Scotland.