On July 30, 2026, Santos Futebol Clube held a ceremony at the Vila Belmiro stadium to inaugurate a bust of former player Neymar Jr. as part of the newly created Memorial das Conquistas. The tribute also includes a full‑size statue and an autographed Santos shirt, all placed outside the historic ground.
Club president Marcelo Teixeira addressed the crowd, highlighting Neymar’s role in the club’s history. The works were created by artist Renato Guedes. During the event, Neymar, who has appeared in 277 matches and scored 158 goals for Santos – ranking ninth among the club’s all‑time scorers – thanked the fans and recalled his early dreams at the academy. The ceremony came shortly after the striker announced he will no longer play for the Brazil national team, adding a personal note to the homage.
The memorial also features a plaque that lists Neymar’s achievements with Santos and the Brazilian national side, including his status as the nation’s top scorer in World Cup history.
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Marcelo Teixeira · Neymar Jr · Neymar Jr. · Renato Guedes · Santos Futebol Clube · Vila Belmiro
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Neymar announced he will no longer play for the Brazil national team shortly before the ceremony. ohoje.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Neymar has played 277 matches and scored 158 goals for Santos, ranking ninth in the club’s all‑time scorers list. ohoje.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] Santos FC inaugurated a bust of Neymar at the Memorial das Conquistas on July 30, 2026. woomagazine.com.br · gipedo.politis.com.cy · www.metrosport.gr · ohoje.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The memorial includes a plaque referencing Neymar’s achievements with the Brazil national team, including his status as the nation’s top scorer. ohoje.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The bust and statue were placed outside the Vila Belmiro stadium. gipedo.politis.com.cy · www.metrosport.gr
- [● 2 SOURCES] Renato Guedes was the artist responsible for the bust and statue. woomagazine.com.br · gipedo.politis.com.cy
- [● 2 SOURCES] The tribute also includes a full‑size statue and an autographed Santos shirt. woomagazine.com.br · ohoje.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Marcelo Teixeira is the president of Santos FC and spoke at the ceremony. ohoje.com