Brazilian football icon Neymar has acquired a luxury superyacht worth £17 million just days after his country's elimination from the 2026 World Cup, according to reports from Nautica. The 34-year-old Santos forward completed the purchase shortly after Brazil's round of 16 loss to Norway, a match that marked his final appearance for the Selecao.
Yacht Specifications and Design
The vessel, a refurbished cargo ship, measures over 46 metres in length and boasts an 800 square metre 'usable area'. It is powered by four caterpillar engines, each producing 1,450 horsepower. Yacht architect Fernando De Almeida is credited with designing the craft, which has been christened 'Enejota' — a name corresponding to the Portuguese pronunciation of the letters 'NJ', representing Neymar Jr's initials.
The superyacht was constructed in Brazil and docked in Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro state, on Monday. Neymar's purchase mirrors similar investments by fellow football stars David Beckham and Cristiano Ronaldo, who have also acquired luxury yachts in recent years.
Neymar's International Career Ends
Neymar was competing in his final major tournament for Brazil. He scored his 80th and last international goal — a consolation penalty — in the 2-1 loss to Norway, before suggesting after the match that he would not represent his nation again. "I tried, I tried. Now, it's over," Neymar told Globo. "I started here [making his Brazil debut in New York]; I finished here."
His remarks referred to the fact that both his first and last appearances for Brazil took place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. He found the net in both matches — a friendly against the United States in 2010 and the World Cup exit 16 years later — finishing with 80 senior goals for his country.
Impact on Brazil and Manager Carlo Ancelotti
The defeat to Norway ended Carlo Ancelotti's first major tournament as Brazil manager. The Italian tactician focused on rebuilding after the early exit, which was sealed by a brace from Erling Haaland. "What I say is that we continue to do our jobs and look for new ideas," Ancelotti said. "It's the same thing we did this year."
Neymar's purchase comes as he transitions away from international football, while his new yacht places him among the elite group of footballers known for their seafaring investments.
