Neymar: The Perfect Chaos: Netflix documentary UK release date - Brazil star’s age, net worth and girlfriend

Neymar is one of the most recognised footballers on the planet.

Adored by millions, the Brazilian international has wowed football fans with a unique flair and skill for more than a decade.

An elite performer at Santos earned him a once in a lifetime move to Barcelona, alongside Lionel Messi, before a mega money move to Paris Saint Germain.

Life for Neymar hasn’t always been straightforward on or off the pitch, despite him being one of the wealthiest athletes, leading to Netflix stepping in to film a documentary.

Here’s all you need to know about Neymar: The Perfect Chaos - from when it is scheduled for UK release to what other famous faces appear in one of the most talked about documentaries.

Neymar: The Perfect Chaos - Netflix UK release

Neymar: The Perfect Chaos is scheduled for a 25 January 2022 release date on Netflix UK.

Viewers will follow the journey of one of the world’s best footballers from his humble beginnings in Praia Grande, to the Brazil national football team and on to international stardom.

The three part limited series shows how he was quickly labelled as ‘The Great Brazilian Promise’ at a time when the national team was crying out for the abilities of a flamboyant Neymar.

Is there a trailer for Neymar: The Perfect Chaos?

The official trailer shows a two minute glimpse into the life of Neymar and touches on some of the highs and lows experienced in his career so far.

Cameras follow Neymar and track his world record move from Barca to PSG, look at his social media followers and even show him in more comfortable surroundings.

Who is in the cast of Neymar: The Perfect Chaos?

Alongside Neymar, viewers will be treated to interviews and behind the scenes footage of key people in the Brazilian forward’s life.

These include his father, Neymar Santos Sr, his mother, Nadine Santos, his sister, Rafaella Beckran, and his son, Davi Lucca.

The trailer also shows big names from the world of football are also set to feature, with the likes of Lionel Messi, David Beckham and Kylian Mbappe.

How old is Neymar, what is his net worth and who is his girlfriend?

Neymar was born on 5 February 1992, so is aged 29 at the time the documentary series is released to UK audiences.

According to Forbes, Neymar was the sixth highest earning athlete in 2021 with a gross income of $95 million. Only Messi ($130m) and Cristiano Ronaldo ($120m) totalled more.

Neymar is reportedly dating model Natalia Barulich.

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