Brazil remains at the top of the 2026 World Cup with 7 points (2W-1D-0L) after three games. However, Neymar's future with the national team is still uncertain. The forward dismissed his father's claims about a possible 2030 World Cup appearance, stating the decision is his alone. ## What did Neymar say? At a charity event, Neymar's father expressed belief that his son could still play in the 2030 World Cup. In response, Neymar joked: “But he’s not the one playing.” The remark reinforces his stance of avoiding commitment to a return. ## His father holds out hope Neymar's father denied any final decision, noting four years remain until the next World Cup. “He said ‘I think it’s over for me.’ He thinks so. We’re talking about a new World Cup in four years,” he said. ## Neymar keeps future open After Santos’ win in the Copa Sudamericana, Neymar admitted uncertainty about returning to the national team. With his contract expiring in December, he prefers to focus on his club first. “I’m not thinking about retiring. I have a contract with Santos until December. After that, I’ll decide,” he stated. ## What’s next? Brazil, who recently lost to Norway (1-2), will face Australia in September. Neymar, Raphinha, and Lucas Paquetá are sidelined with injuries, but the team remains atop the World Cup standings.