Brazilian footballer Neymar Jr referenced seven-time System 1 champion Lewis Hamilton following an emotional return to worldwide soccer on the ongoing 2026 World Cup match.
After a 981-day absence from the Brazil squad because of a torn ACL sustained towards Uruguay in October 2023, Neymar made his extremely anticipated return throughout a bunch stage match towards Scotland in Miami.
The 34-year-old was introduced onto the pitch within the 76th minute. His time within the match included 24 touches and a shot heading in the right direction.
Following his return, he shared pictures on Instagram with the caption, “REMEMBER WHO YOU ARE”.
The caption was a direct nod to his shut pal Hamilton, who not too long ago shared the identical message following his first grand prix win with Ferrari on the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.
Hamilton’s win in Spain got here after a troublesome first season with the Maranello outfit in 2025 and was his first grand prix victory for the reason that 2024 Belgian Grand Prix.
The Briton commented on Neymar’s publish: “ALWAYS.”
Followers reacted to the interplay after it was shared on the official F1 Instagram account. “Can’t look forward to Neymar to attain on the World Cup! Bear in mind who you might be Ney!!” one fan posted, whereas one other added: “GOAT to GOAT dialog.”
Hamilton and Neymar Jr have been buddies for a number of years. When the Ferrari driver was honoured with Brazilian citizenship in 2022, he opened up about his friendship with the footballer.
“I wish to spend extra time right here in Brazil,” Hamilton informed Sky Sports activities F1 on the time. “It’s such a gorgeous tradition. I’ve solely been to Rio and Sao Paulo, however I wish to come again for Christmas, New 12 months or one thing.
“Neymar invitations me yearly, and [pro surfer] Gabriel [Medina] invitations me yearly, however I by no means had the possibility.”
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