Rubro-negros are in Korea to compete in the Military World Cup
Jefferson and Wagner were the standout performers in the friendly against Uzbekistan. The national team debuts Friday against Kazakhstan.
By Media Relations - in
Flamengo players Jefferson and Wagner are already in South Korea for the World Military Basketball Championship. The team faced a marathon 48-hour journey to Seoul. But no one rested upon arrival. The team defeated Uzbekistan in a friendly match, with the red-and-black team's pivots standing out.
"It was an important game to play before the debut, because we're not yet adapted to the time zone. Besides that, it was good to get into the rhythm of the game, get to know the court and get the team together," said Jefferson.
Brazil, led by Alberto Bial, debuts on Friday (10.09) against Kazakhstan. This Wednesday (08.09) the opening ceremony of the Military World Cup takes place.
Rubro-negro point guard Fred, who was also called up to the national team, did not travel with the team because he is still recovering from an injury to the thumb on his right hand.
"It was an important game to play before the debut, because we're not yet adapted to the time zone. Besides that, it was good to get into the rhythm of the game, get to know the court and get the team together," said Jefferson.
Brazil, led by Alberto Bial, debuts on Friday (10.09) against Kazakhstan. This Wednesday (08.09) the opening ceremony of the Military World Cup takes place.
Rubro-negro point guard Fred, who was also called up to the national team, did not travel with the team because he is still recovering from an injury to the thumb on his right hand.