Neymar Júnior

Neymar Júnior, a Brazilian professional soccer player from Mogi das Cruzes, Brazil, began his career with Santos FC in Brazil before moving to FC Barcelona in 2013. Throughout his career, he has secured multiple domestic and international titles, including the UEFA Champions League and Copa Libertadores.

In addition to his soccer achievements, Neymar Júnior also made a notable appearance in the poker world. On July 22nd, 2018, in Sao Paulo, Brazil, he participated in the R$ 7,000 No Limit Hold’em – High Rollers (Event #13) at the Brazilian Series of Poker – BSOP Sao Paulo. He finished in 6th place, earning $21,072 in winnings, contributing to his total live earnings of $32,131.

Neymar Júnior’s Journey with PokerStars

In May 2015, Neymar Júnior became a brand ambassador for PokerStars. Since then, he has been involved with the company. He has hosted many charity home games, including one at EPT Barcelona, which Steve O’Dwyer won.

Neymar rejoined PokerStars in December 2020, promising to bring his unique flair and personality to both online and live poker tables.

In 2021, Neymar was appointed as PokerStars’ “Cultural Ambassador.” This role, specifically created for him, involves collaborating on various creative projects with PokerStars. Martin Nieri, Global Director of Brand and Creative at PokerStars, describes this initiative as a “merging of two worlds,” believing Neymar’s passion for poker and culture signifies the “start of something exciting” for PokerStars.

Neymar Júnior: Poker Achievements

His debut came in August 2016 at the “PokerStars Duel: Neymar Jr. v John Boyega” event in Las Vegas, United States, a restricted-entry No Limit Hold’em tournament. Despite finishing in 2nd place, the exact earnings from this event remain undisclosed.

Continuing his poker journey, on May 1st, 2022, Neymar Jr. competed in the €2,200 No Limit Hold’em – FPS Monte Carlo High Roller (Event 16) during the European Poker Tour in Monte Carlo, Monaco. In this event, he secured 55th place, earning $5,929.

Furthermore, on June 19th, 2022, Neymar Jr. participated in the WSOP $700 No Limit Hold’em – Super Bounty (Event #41) at the 53rd World Series of Poker in Las Vegas, United States. He finished in 49th place, pocketing $3,959.

Neymar Júnior’s Poker Journey on Hustler Casino Live

Neymar Júnior debuted in HCL Episode 714 on June 22nd, 2024. He participated in a $50/100 +$100BBA ($200) No Limit Hold ’em with Tyler Blevins, Alan Keating, and others. He ended the night up $306,000.