On their way to the semi-finals of the World Cup, Brazil were dramatically eliminated by Croatia after the game was decided on penalties (1-1, 2-4).

Neymar after Brazil’s elimination from the 2022 World Cup in QatarPhoto: Michael Zemanek / Shutterstock Editorial / Profimedia

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It was a huge disappointment for Tite’s men, who were badly hurt by the defeat against the Croatians.

At the end of the match, Neymar said that he was even considering leaving the Brazilian national team, and Tite announced his resignation as coach immediately afterwards.

Although the result was not what he would have liked, Neymar scored against Livakovic to move level with Pele as Brazil’s all-time top scorer.

Pele, a strong signal of encouragement for Neymar & Co

From his hospital bed, the legendary Brazilian wanted to encourage the PSG player and congratulate him on the record.

“Your legacy is far from over. You continue to inspire us and I will continue to pump my fists in the air with happiness every time you score, as I have done every game I have seen you on the pitch.” – wrote Pele.

“Unfortunately, this is no longer a happy day for us, but you will always be an inspiration to many people who want to be like you. We realized that the more time passes, the more our legacy grows.

We both know it’s more than a number. Our main duty as players is to inspire. It inspires our colleagues today, future generations and above all, it inspires all those who love our sport.

My record was set almost 50 years ago, and no one has ever come close to it. You got it, kid. It gives meaning to the greatness of your conquest.

I’m 82 years old, and after all this time I hope I’ve somehow inspired you to go as far as you can. I hope his victory will inspire millions of people who follow him to challenge the seemingly impossible.” – sent by the three-time world champion.

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