The striker, the top scorer in the Brazilian Championship with 13 goals, praised Flamengo's good form in the competition. According to the number 10, the red-and-black team is improving at a crucial stage of the championship.

"It's an important game, as they all are. But we're approaching a defining moment in the championship. But I trust the team. We're doing well tactically, playing in a compact manner. With the ball, we're creating plays and scoring goals. And we've improved a lot defensively. It will be a tough match, and we have to be careful."