Neymar drops masterclass in his first Brazil game for six months as Pele's record broken

The Al-Hilal forward is now Brazil's record holder with 79 goals after netting twice versus Bolivia

for the first time in six months last night as Brazil were on World Cup qualifying duty against Bolivia - and it proved to be a very memorable game for Neymar.Brazil beat Bolivia 5-1 as Neymar saw a tame early penalty saved, before Real Madrid star Rodrygo opened the scoring, with Barcelona's Raphinha doubling their advantage after the break.

Neymar slotted home to add Brazil's fourth and with it, took him clear of Pele as the nation's top goalscorer of all time, prompting an emotional celebration which saw him point to the sky in tribute to the legend, who passed away last year.

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