Neymar re-introduces himself to Santos FC this Friday Raul Baretta/Santos FC and Reproduction/Instagram Neymar re-introduces himself to Santos this Friday (17), after the period off granted due to his participation in the 2026 World Cup. The striker marked his return to activities with a post on social media, in which he wrote "Back to work" ("Back to work", in Portuguese). In a story published on Instagram, the number 10 shared a photo before training in Santos, on the coast of São Paulo. ? Click here to follow the new g1 Santos channel on WhatsApp. Neymar in the World Cup The player played his last match for the Brazilian team in the World Cup on July 5, in the 2-1 defeat to Norway, in the round of 16. The number 10 came in with the score zero, saw Haaland score two goals and, in stoppage time, converted a penalty. It was his fourth World Cup, ending with nine goals scored along the way. Contract with Peixe Neymar has a contract with Santos until December 31, but has not yet spoken publicly about the future of his career. Internally, there is confidence that the number 10 will fulfill his contract to help the club in the second half of the season, although the board remains cautious. VIDEOS: g1 in 1 Minute Santos