The 22-year-old Brazil striker scored all four goals Tuesday – and hit the post once – in a 4-0 friendly rout of Japan.
“Neymar really enjoys playing, he has a good time,” Brazil coach Dunga said. “He plays the same way he plays with his friends. We want to give him the chance of doing better.”
The Barcelona striker could have even scored more in a performance that showed just how important he is as the team rebuilds following its crushing semifinal loss to Germany at the World Cup.
