The forward announced that his career with the Selecao had "finished" following their World Cup exit at the hands of Norway in the last 16 earlier this month and has now reiterated his stance.
Speaking after Santos' 4-2 win over Venezuelan side Universidad Central in the Copa Sudamerica on Tuesday (28.07.26), Neymar said: "I think my time with the national team has already passed. I made history there, and I'm very happy about it.
"I experienced a lot there, gave my blood and my life, and always fought and battled for the yellow jersey. But I don't think I want anymore."
Neymar is Brazil's all-time leading scorer with 80 goals in 130 appearances but stated that his career with the team was "finished" after they were knocked out of the World Cup.
He told Globo: "I tried, I tried. Now, it's over. I started here; I finished here."
The former Barcelona star's father, Neymar da Silva Santos Sr, had urged his son to "keep playing football" and "delight people once again" following Brazil's World Cup exit.
He posted on Instagram: "Oh, son... What a journey. What a beautiful path. Challenging. Often painful, but infinitely blessed. A decision made today does not define your entire story. A dream that hasn't come true yet doesn't mean it's dead.
"The end of the story is never determined by a difficult moment..."
Neymar Sr continued: "I watched the boy grow into one of the greatest players of his generation in history. When I look back, I see much more than trophies, goals, contracts, or recognition. I see miracles. I see deliverance. I see promises being fulfilled.
"And when I look ahead, I remain just as certain. The best doesn't depend on age or circumstances. I want to ask you something as a father. Son, keep playing football.
"Rediscover the joy of having the ball at your feet. Smile again on the field. Today you are healthy. God has given you another chance to do what you've always loved. Enjoy football. Don't carry on your shoulders the weight of decisions, criticism, expectations, or the setbacks that life brings.
"Don't be afraid of tomorrow. Live for today. Train. Smile. Play football. Delight people once again. Do what God has placed in your hands since you were a child. And never forget that, even before the world admired you, you were always loved by God."
