Football sensation Neymar extended a warm welcome to fellow athlete Memphis Depay on Instagram Live, marking Depay’s recent association with sportswear brand Puma. Depay, who is now part of Puma’s elite roster, joined Neymar during the live session.

The two athletes engaged in a lively conversation while over 200,000 viewers tuned in to witness the exchange. Neymar left many pleasantly surprised by conversing fluently in English, a language he isn’t widely known to speak. Given that Neymar has primarily played in the French Ligue 1 and La Liga, his English proficiency came as a surprise to many.

The Brazilian superstar spoke fondly about Puma, highlighting the brand’s “difference in style.” He shared his excitement for Memphis’s new partnership with Puma, wishing him well and expressing his happiness. Neymar affectionately concluded the conversation with phrases like “Love you, bro” and “Take care. I am very happy for you.” The two athletes even discussed plans to link up in the future.

Neymar’s fluency in English was a revelation, as he is not commonly associated with the English-speaking world, having never played in the Premier League during his career. Neymar, who had been sponsored by Nike for 15 years, parted ways with the brand two years ago to sign with Puma. Although his English proficiency is commendable, it may not reach the level of his teammate Kylian Mbappé, who impressed fans with his English-speaking skills following a Champions League match in 2021.

Mbappé’s fluency in English was notably displayed after he scored a brace for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in a thrilling 3-2 Champions League quarter-final victory over Bayern Munich. The interview with BT Sport earned him widespread admiration from fans and the football community.

Neymar’s and Mbappé’s abilities in English, while unexpected to some, showcase their versatility and global appeal, transcending linguistic boundaries.