Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior is a Brazilian forward and one of the most technically gifted attacking players of his generation.
Known for his dribbling, creativity, close control, passing and finishing, Neymar has operated primarily as a left winger, attacking midfielder and second striker.
He currently plays for Santos, returning to the club where his professional career began, with his contract running through December 2026.
His major club career has included Santos, Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain and Al-Hilal.
As of the latest available 2026 statistics, Neymar has scored 459 senior goals for club and country, including 379 club goals and 80 goals for Brazil.
He is Brazil’s all-time leading men’s international goalscorer and has represented the national team at four FIFA World Cups.
Neymar’s major honours include the UEFA Champions League, Copa Libertadores, FIFA Confederations Cup, Olympic gold medal and numerous domestic league and cup titles.
Neymar Career Information
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior |
| Date of Birth | 5 February 1992 |
| Nationality | Brazilian |
| Position | Forward / Attacking Midfielder |
| Preferred Foot | Right |
| National Team | Brazil |
| Current/Last Club | Santos |
| Major Clubs | Santos, Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, Al-Hilal |
Neymar Club Career Stats
Neymar has represented four major clubs during his senior career, with a return to Santos following his spell in Saudi Arabia. His club career includes successful periods in Brazil, Spain and France, followed by a short spell at Al-Hilal.
| Club | Appearances | Goals | Assists | Minutes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santos | 269 | 155 | 80+ | — |
| Barcelona | 186 | 105 | 60+ | — |
| Paris Saint-Germain | 173 | 118 | 70+ | — |
| Al-Hilal | 7 | 1 | 2 | — |
| Total | 635 | 379 | 210+ | — |
The Santos total combines Neymar’s original 2009–2013 spell with his return beginning in 2025. Assist totals can differ between databases because historical assist attribution is not standardized across all competitions.
Neymar Santos Stats
Santos is the club where Neymar established himself as one of the world’s most exciting young attackers. His first spell produced 136 goals in 225 appearances, including his outstanding performances during the club’s 2011 Copa Libertadores-winning campaign.
After returning to Santos in 2025, Neymar continued adding to his club record. His combined Santos senior career has now passed 260 appearances and 150 goals.
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Appearances | 269 |
| Goals | 155 |
| Assists | 80+ |
| Minutes | — |
| Trophies | 6+ |
Neymar’s major Santos honours include the Copa Libertadores, Copa do Brasil, Recopa Sudamericana and multiple Campeonato Paulista titles.
Neymar Barcelona Stats
Neymar joined Barcelona in 2013 and spent four seasons at the club. He quickly became an important part of the team’s attack alongside Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez.
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Appearances | 186 |
| Goals | 105 |
| Assists | 60+ |
| Minutes | — |
| Trophies | 8 |
His Barcelona career included the historic 2014/15 treble, when the club won La Liga, Copa del Rey and the UEFA Champions League. Neymar scored in the Champions League final against Juventus and finished the competition as one of its leading scorers.
Neymar Paris Saint-Germain Stats
Neymar moved to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 in a then-world-record transfer. He spent six seasons with the French club and became one of PSG’s most productive attacking players.
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Appearances | 173 |
| Goals | 118 |
| Assists | 70+ |
| Minutes | — |
| Trophies | 13 |
Neymar scored 82 goals in Ligue 1 and won five French league titles during his PSG career. His time in Paris was affected by several lengthy injury absences, but he still maintained an exceptional goals-and-assists rate when available.
Neymar Al-Hilal Stats
Neymar joined Al-Hilal in 2023 but made only seven official appearances for the Saudi club because of injuries. He scored once and provided two assists before leaving the club by mutual agreement in January 2025.
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Appearances | 7 |
| Goals | 1 |
| Assists | 2 |
| Minutes | 428 |
| Trophies | 1 |
Neymar’s Al-Hilal spell was the shortest major club period of his career, with a serious knee injury significantly limiting his playing time.
Neymar Competition Stats
Neymar has played in several of the world’s leading domestic and international club competitions. The figures below are competition-specific and should not be added together because they overlap with his overall club totals.
| Competition | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brasileirão | 103+ | 54+ | 30+ |
| La Liga | 123 | 68 | 27+ |
| Ligue 1 | 112 | 82 | 48 |
| UEFA Champions League | 81 | 43 | 33 |
| Copa Libertadores | 25+ | 14+ | 8+ |
| FIFA Club World Cup | 4 | 1 | 1+ |
| Copa del Rey | 20+ | 15+ | 8+ |
| Coupe de France | 10+ | 8+ | 5+ |
| Saudi Pro League | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Neymar’s 43 Champions League goals came across his spells with Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. His best domestic scoring rate in Europe’s major leagues came in Ligue 1, where he scored 82 goals in 112 appearances.
Neymar Season-by-Season Stats
Neymar’s season-by-season record below focuses on his major senior club campaigns. Early Santos seasons include his development into a first-team regular, while his later seasons were affected by injuries and international commitments.
| Season | Club | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Santos | 48 | 14 | 9 |
| 2010 | Santos | 60 | 42 | 15 |
| 2011 | Santos | 47 | 24 | 14 |
| 2012 | Santos | 47 | 43 | 20 |
| 2013 | Santos / Barcelona | 42 | 20 | 15 |
| 2013/14 | Barcelona | 41 | 15 | 15 |
| 2014/15 | Barcelona | 51 | 39 | 10 |
| 2015/16 | Barcelona | 49 | 31 | 27 |
| 2016/17 | Barcelona | 45 | 20 | 27 |
| 2017/18 | Paris Saint-Germain | 30 | 28 | 16 |
| 2018/19 | Paris Saint-Germain | 28 | 23 | 13 |
| 2019/20 | Paris Saint-Germain | 27 | 19 | 12 |
| 2020/21 | Paris Saint-Germain | 31 | 17 | 11 |
| 2021/22 | Paris Saint-Germain | 28 | 13 | 8 |
| 2022/23 | Paris Saint-Germain | 29 | 18 | 17 |
| 2023/24 | Al-Hilal | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| 2024/25 | Al-Hilal / Santos | 18 | 7 | 4 |
| 2025 | Santos | 28 | 11 | 4 |
| 2026 | Santos | 16 | 8 | 4 |
Neymar’s most productive season by overall goals came during his early Santos years, while his 2014/15 Barcelona campaign was one of his most important European seasons. He scored 39 goals across all competitions as Barcelona completed the treble.
Neymar International Stats
Neymar has represented Brazil at senior level since 2010. He became Brazil’s all-time leading men’s international goalscorer after surpassing Pelé’s previous record of 77 goals.
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| National Team | Brazil |
| International Appearances | 130 |
| International Goals | 80 |
| International Assists | 59+ |
| International Minutes | — |
| International Trophies | 3 major senior/major titles |
Neymar’s major international honours include the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup and the 2016 Olympic gold medal. He has also represented Brazil at four FIFA World Cups: 2014, 2018, 2022 and 2026.
Neymar Career Goals
Neymar has scored 459 senior goals for club and country in the latest available statistics. His club career accounts for 379 goals, while his Brazil record stands at 80 senior international goals.
| Competition/Team | Goals |
|---|---|
| Club Career | 379 |
| International | 80 |
| Total | 459 |
The club total includes Neymar’s goals for Santos, Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain and Al-Hilal. Competition totals such as his 68 La Liga goals, 82 Ligue 1 goals and 43 Champions League goals are already included in the club figure and should not be added again.
Neymar Career Assists
Neymar’s creative output is one of the strongest parts of his career statistics. His dribbling and playmaking have produced a substantial number of assists alongside his goals, particularly during his Barcelona and PSG careers.
| Competition/Team | Assists |
|---|---|
| Club Career | 210+ |
| International | 59+ |
| Total | 269+ |
Historical assist figures vary considerably between statistical providers, so these numbers should be treated as database-dependent rather than an absolute universal total.
Neymar Major Career Achievements
| Achievement | Record |
|---|---|
| League Titles | 5 Ligue 1 + other domestic league titles |
| Champions League Titles | 1 |
| Copa Libertadores Titles | 1 |
| Domestic Cups | Multiple |
| International Trophies | Confederations Cup + Olympic Gold |
| Olympic Gold Medals | 1 |
| FIFA Confederations Cup | 1 |
| Brazil All-Time Goalscoring Record | 80 goals |
| FIFA World Cups | 4 |
| Barcelona Treble | 1 |
| Major Individual Awards | Multiple |
Neymar’s most important club achievement came with Barcelona in 2015, when he helped the club win La Liga, Copa del Rey and the UEFA Champions League in the same season.
With Santos, he won the Copa Libertadores in 2011 and became one of the defining players of the club’s modern era. With Brazil, he won the 2013 Confederations Cup and the 2016 Olympic gold medal.
Neymar Forward Statistics
Neymar’s position-specific statistics highlight his combination of goalscoring, dribbling, passing and chance creation. Although commonly described as a winger, he has frequently played as an attacking midfielder or second striker.
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Position | Forward / Attacking Midfielder |
| Preferred Foot | Right |
| Senior Career Goals | 459 |
| Club Goals | 379 |
| International Goals | 80 |
| Career Assists | 269+ |
| Champions League Goals | 43 |
| La Liga Goals | 68 |
| Ligue 1 Goals | 82 |
| Santos Goals | 155 |
| Brazil Goals | 80 |
| 2026 Santos Goals | 8+ |
| 2026 Santos Assists | 4+ |
Neymar’s attacking profile has always combined individual skill with creative production. His ability to beat defenders, create chances and score from open play and set pieces made him one of the most complete attacking players of his generation.
Neymar Career Summary
Neymar’s career statistics include 459 senior goals and more than 760 senior appearances for club and country. His major clubs have been Santos, Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain and Al-Hilal, with 379 club goals and 80 international goals for Brazil. He won the UEFA Champions League with Barcelona, the Copa Libertadores with Santos, multiple domestic league titles in Brazil and France, the Confederations Cup with Brazil and Olympic gold in 2016. Neymar also holds Brazil’s men’s international goalscoring record with 80 goals and has represented his country at four World Cups. His combination of goals, assists, dribbling and chance creation has made him one of the defining attacking players of his generation.
