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Much like his teammate Lionel Messi, Neymar Jr. does not have the fondest of memories with his national side. While countless words have been written about Brazil’s tragedy at the 2014 FIFA World Cup, much of the footballing populace has forgotten Neymar’s heartbreak with the Selecao in the 2012 London Olympics, losing out in the final to Mexico.
Brazil have never won an Olympic gold, a fact that is probably a stain on the national pride of the 2016 hosts. Thus Neymar even recused himself from the Copa America Centenario, opting to focus on earning a medal and becoming a history-maker in his homeland.
The Barcelona forward’s skills need no further enunciation, and with 46 goals for the senior national side, Brazil will be hoping Neymar lights up the 2016 Rio Olympics. Indeed, if his excellent form in the preparation games is anything to go by, the likes of Denmark, Iraq and South Africa in Group A can look forward to a torrid time.
Even if Neymar misfires, Brazil’s U-23 side has plenty of attacking talent as well, with highly sought after attackers Gabriel Jesus and Gabriel ‘Gabigol’ Barbosa also present.
