Konami Digital announced on July 20, 2021, that Neymar Jr. had become an ambassador for all of the company's soccer games, including the eFootball PES 2021 Season Update. The star player will be available as part of the “Iconic Moment” series

“I am honored to have signed a contract with KONAMI. I would like to continue playing with passion and bring a lot of excitement to the world of soccer alongside the PES and Winning Eleven series!”

Neymar Jr. is an exceptional athlete whose remarkable career has led him to become the second-highest all-time scorer for the Brazilian National Soccer Team, with 68 goals in 111 matches as of July 14. Already considered by many to be one of the best soccer players in the world, Neymar Jr. demonstrates the same passion and determination as KONAMI’s current soccer partners, and the company will proudly support him throughout his career.

About the Konami Group

The Konami Group was founded in 1973, starting out as a manufacturer of arcade entertainment machines. Over the years, the company has grown to include various business units across a range of markets. Currently, KONAMI HOLDINGS CORPORATION encompasses businesses in digital entertainment, entertainment, games and systems, and sports. The company went public in 1984 on the Osaka Securities Exchange, in 1988 on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, and in 1999 on the London Stock Exchange. For more information, visit: www.konami.com/en.

About Konami Digital Entertainment

Konami Digital Entertainment, the core company of the Konami Group, develops entertainment content for mobile devices, consoles, and card games. The company is known for global franchises such as Pro Evolution Soccer, Metal Gear, Silent Hill, Castlevania, and Contra, as well as the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game series. www.konami.com/games/corporate/en/