Neymar’s first World Cup was in 2014, when he debuted for Brazil against Croatia on June 12, 2014.

Quick Scoop

  • First World Cup: 2014.
  • First match: Brazil vs. Croatia, June 12, 2014.
  • He scored twice in that debut game.

Context

That tournament was the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil, and it was Neymar’s first appearance on football’s biggest stage. He went on to feature in the 2018 and 2022 World Cups as well.

TL;DR

Neymar’s first World Cup was 2014.