Neymar last played on Oct. 13, 2023, when he tore his ACL during Brazil's 2-0 loss to Uruguay in World Cup qualifying, only a few months after joining Al-Hilal in the most high-profile move to the Gulf nation in a summer of spending for Saudi Pro League sides.

Neymar has returned to action after a year out through injury and helped Al-Hilal beat Al-Ain of the United Arab Emirates 5-4 in a thrilling group match of the AFC Champions League Elite. Neymar came off the bench for the four-time Asian champion with 13 minutes remaining at Al Ain and almost scored immediately as he shaved the post.