The Brazilian National Team's trip to the United States, where the team will carry out the final stretch of preparation for the 2026 World Cup, was marked by a scene that moved fans this Monday (1st), in Rio de Janeiro. At Galeão International Airport (Tom Jobim), in Rio de Janeiro, the team's plane accelerated on the runway at 23:01 pm towards American territory. The flight is scheduled to arrive in New Jersey at 07:00 am.
Brazil's first match in the 2026 World Cup will be against Morocco on June 13th (Saturday) at 19 PM (Brasilia time), at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, United States.
Before the delegation's departure, Neymar stopped to greet fans, signed autographs, took photos, and turned a fan's night into an unforgettable moment..
After the 6-2 victory over Panama at the Maracanã, the players and coaching staff headed to the headquarters of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) in Barra da Tijuca before their trip to the United States. Dozens of fans were waiting there for the players to arrive.
Among them was Vinicius da Costa, a resident of Méier, who achieved something that seemed impossible: a photo and an autograph from Neymar on the eve of his birthday, reveals the newspaper. The Globe.
Early gift
Vinicius was accompanying his mother-in-law at the Lourenço Jorge Municipal Hospital, located across from the CBF headquarters, when he decided to take advantage of the activity to try and see the national team players.
The gamble paid off. Upon noticing the fans near the fence, Neymar approached, greeted them, and signed one of the admirer's jerseys.
"There's no better gift than this. Indescribable, especially since my birthday is tomorrow. Absurd, absurd. Something I'll never forget," Vinicius celebrated.
Euphoria before the trip
The number 10's attitude caused a real commotion. Just as had happened hours earlier when the team left the hotel in Rio de Janeiro, Neymar dedicated several minutes to interacting with the fans.
The striker signed autographs, took selfies, and chatted briefly with fans who were waiting for the team to pass by.
The commotion even caught the attention of employees at the Lourenço Jorge Hospital, who also managed to get photos with the main star of the Brazilian National Team.
Neymar was one of the most celebrated players throughout the team's farewell on Brazilian soil.
Affection even when injured
Despite not being fit to play, Neymar remains the main focus of attention for the national team. The striker is recovering from a right calf injury and is expected to return within the next few weeks.
In the friendly match against Panama, the player watched the game from the bench and celebrated the goals alongside his teammates.
Even without stepping onto the field, the number 10 once again demonstrated his popularity with the fans. Scenes captured at the team's hotel, at the CBF headquarters, and on the way to the airport highlighted the affection Brazilians have for the star player.
Mission in the United States
The Brazilian national team departed Monday night for the United States, where they will hold their final training sessions before the World Cup.
Before their World Cup debut, the team led by Carlo Ancelotti will play a friendly against Egypt. This match will be the team's final test before beginning their quest for a sixth World Cup title.
While the ball isn't rolling, Neymar continues to collect special moments with the fans. For Vinicius da Costa, however, the World Cup has already begun with a gift that will hardly be forgotten.
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