The Brazilian team closed its preparation at home heading to the World Cup with a resounding 6-2 victory over Panama at the Maracaná stadium, and left his fans excited about the possibility to win his sixth world title, after 24 years of drought.
The team led by Acelento showed all their offensive power against the Canal team, which will also be present in the World Cup.
La Verdeamarela dominated from start to finish and said goodbye to their fans with a spectacle of goals, confidence and a festive atmosphere that infected more than 60 thousand fans.
Neymar, protagonist without playing: Although he did not play minutes due to an injury, Neymar Jr. was the great protagonist of the night. Called up for the World Cup, the Rio star captured attention at the end of the match. After the final whistle, the Panamanian players, converted for a moment into admirers, took advantage of the opportunity to pose with one of the most recognized soccer players of recent years.
Among those who did not miss the opportunity were Tomás Rodríguez, Christian Martínez, Édgar Bárcenas and Jiovany Ramoswho approached smiling to immortalize the moment with the Brazilian idol. Neymar reciprocated with kindness and a smile, and reinforced his status as a global figure by showing that, even off the pitch, he remains the center of attention.
The entire Panama squad, including substitutes and coaching staff, ran to LINE UP TO TAKE PHOTOS with Neymar, after losing 6-2 against Brazil today.
What a moment. 🇧🇷🫶🏼🇵🇦 pic.twitter.com/aKyGvF49R2
— Ataque Futbolero (@AtaqueFutbolero) May 31, 2026
A farewell with hope
Beyond the win and the spectacle, Neymar’s presence was one of the aspects that drew the most attention among members of the coaching staff and Panamanian players.
Brazil, for its part, leaves for the United States with the conviction that it can achieve its sixth world championship, backed by a solid squad and a fan who dreams big.
The triumph not only served as a farewell to Brazilian lands, but also as a message of authority. Brazil arrives at the tournament with a hunger for glory, established figures and young talents seeking to write their own history.