Overview

• Neymar posted a photo on Instagram wearing an FC St. Pauli jersey, a club known for its antifascist, antiracist, and antisexist stance.
• Social media users criticized the post, pointing out the contrast between the club's values and Neymar's previous endorsement of Jair Bolsonaro in Brazil's 2022 presidential election.
• Bolsonaro, the former Brazilian president, was charged in February 2025 for an attempted coup, adding political weight to the controversy.
• Neymar is known for frequently posting photos wearing jerseys of various sports teams and athletes, including a recent post featuring a jersey of former NBA star Allen Iverson.
• The incident has reignited discussions about the intersection of sports, politics, and public perception in the digital age.