# Neymar's off-field activities

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/neymars-off-field-activities
> Updated: 2026-08-05T16:32:39.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

In early August 2026, reports highlighted Neymar's long‑standing involvement in poker, noting prize earnings exceeding R$2.4 million and regular participation in major tournaments such as the Brazilian Series of Poker, the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas and the European Poker Tour in Barcelona, alongside his role as a PokerStars ambassador. A few days later coverage shifted to his growing interest in Pokémon card collecting, showing a livestream where he opened a rare “God Pack” and purchased additional boxes, while also documenting his on‑field performance for Santos in the Copa do Brasil, where he provided the winning assist and later sparked controversy with a post‑match kiss and profanity. Together the snapshots illustrate Neymar's parallel focus on high‑stakes gaming hobbies and the scrutiny of his conduct both on and off the pitch as his contract runs through December 2026.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-05: Neymar draws attention with rare Pokémon cards and post‑match controversy

Neymar opened a rare Pokémon card pack worth $2,500 and later caused post‑match controversy after assisting Santos' Copa do Brasil win, sparking criticism over his behavior.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/neymar-draws-attention-with-rare-pokmon-cards-and-postmatch-controversy

### 2026-08-02: Neymar's Poker Hobby Generates Over R$2.4 Million in Prize Earnings

Neymar has turned poker into a serious hobby, competing internationally and earning over R$2.4 million in prize money while serving as a PokerStars ambassador.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/neymars-poker-hobby-generates-over-r24-million-in-prize-earnings

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