10 Intresting Facts About Neymar

Neymar is a Brazilian soccer prodigy who has played for FC Barcelona since 2013.Here are 10 intresting facts about Neymar

Neymar Jr.

1. His full name is Neymar da Silva Santos Junior.

2. He inherited his name from his father, who is a former footballer and became his son's advisor as Neymar's talents began to grow.

3. Neymar was born on February 5, 1992 in Mogi das Cruzes, Brazil.

4. Neymar joined the Santos Academy in 2003 where he perfected his skills.

5. He became father at the age of 19.

6. He was the top scorer at the 2010 Copa do Brasil tournament with 11 goals. In 2011, he helped Santos win its first Continental Double since 1963.

7. In 2010. Neymar debuted a Mohawk-style haircut, which quickly became popular among younger fans.

8. In 2010, Neymar scored five goals in a victory against Guarani in the Brazilian Cup.

9. The striker will get $74 million in salary over five years, $13 million of which is a signing bonus.

10. Neymar scored his 100th professional goal on his 20th birthday in 2012 and finished the year with a career-best total of 43.