After activities carried out at CT George Helal on the morning of this Friday (21), goalkeeper Alex Muralha gave a press conference in the Victorino Chermont Press Room. The player spoke about Sunday's classic, against Botafogo, and the final stretch of preparation.
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"We know that a lot can happen in a derby. We've worked hard this week, everyone focused and well-focused. We have the advantage of a draw, but we'll do our best to win, because that's how we work these days," said the player about the week's work.
During the week, Zé Ricardo tested a formation with three defensive midfielders among the starting eleven. Muralha also commented on this: "Our defensive midfielders are playing very well. In world football today, defensive midfielders are good at playing, practically as wingers. There will be more dynamism regardless of how Zé Ricardo chooses to play. We are very focused and need to be focused to execute what Zé tells us."
Even with the advantage of a draw in the semifinal, the goalkeeper stated that Flamengo won't enter the field thinking about that. "The important thing is qualifying for the final, regardless of whether we win or draw. But we'll do our best to get the best result, just like in every game," he said.
The player concluded the press conference by talking about the squad and the quest for trophies in 2017. "We have to be aware that we're on the right track and in a good moment to win a title. This is a year in which we're preparing ourselves in the best possible way. We're well prepared for the decisive moments," he concluded.
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"We know that a lot can happen in a derby. We've worked hard this week, everyone focused and well-focused. We have the advantage of a draw, but we'll do our best to win, because that's how we work these days," said the player about the week's work.
During the week, Zé Ricardo tested a formation with three defensive midfielders among the starting eleven. Muralha also commented on this: "Our defensive midfielders are playing very well. In world football today, defensive midfielders are good at playing, practically as wingers. There will be more dynamism regardless of how Zé Ricardo chooses to play. We are very focused and need to be focused to execute what Zé tells us."
Even with the advantage of a draw in the semifinal, the goalkeeper stated that Flamengo won't enter the field thinking about that. "The important thing is qualifying for the final, regardless of whether we win or draw. But we'll do our best to get the best result, just like in every game," he said.
The player concluded the press conference by talking about the squad and the quest for trophies in 2017. "We have to be aware that we're on the right track and in a good moment to win a title. This is a year in which we're preparing ourselves in the best possible way. We're well prepared for the decisive moments," he concluded.