Emerson: "I don't like luck, I like work"
Flamengo's new number 11 is officially presented at the club's headquarters and vows: "I didn't come here to take a stroll, I want to win."
By Communication - Official Club Website - in
Emerson Sheik is officially back at Flamengo. On the morning of this Wednesday (June 17.06th), the new number 11 player received the Sacred Mantle from the hands of the club's vice-president, Walter D'Agostino, in the Rogerio Steinberg auditorium, at the Gávea social headquarters.
"Today Flamengo is experiencing a day of joy, especially for the fans, who are our greatest asset. Emerson will wear the red and black jersey," greeted the director, followed by Flamengo's football director, Rodrigo Caetano. "Emerson arrives with a contract until December 31st, but with expectations for both parties to extend it. The player himself chose Flamengo, and we worked to bring in this much-desired reinforcement. The number, which is the player's preference, was also a choice of the board. Nothing better for someone who has already been a Brazilian champion with the club (Sheik was part of the six-time national champion squad) than to wear this shirt again. I take this opportunity to thank..." fan members "Those present here and those who helped us bring in this important reinforcement," he said.
Before the press conference, the new signing met with a member of the... Red-Black Nation Program Márcio Muniz, who was able to have his first contact with the new Flamengo player. He received his fan membership card and thanked the... fan members who helped in his hiring. Become a fan memberHelp Flamengo become even stronger and get even closer to your team.
Check out the full press conference:
Happy return
- I had offers from other clubs, but this was a decision that wasn't very difficult to make. It has always been my desire to return to the club where I felt certain of the respect and affection of the fans. I felt it when I wore the shirt for the first time. I thank... fan members And to the Flamengo board for their efforts in making it possible for me to be here today.
Practice before the presentation
- We decided on my training before the announcement, so I could be available for Cristóvão on Saturday (against Atlético-MG, at the Maracanã). Today I will have my first training session with the group and then we will decide what is best for Flamengo.
Preference for Flamengo
"I have immense respect for the clubs I've played for, for the affection of the fans. But I've never hidden my desire to wear the Flamengo shirt again, because of the affection I have for the club and the connection with the fans. When Corinthians decided not to renew my contract, the first club that came to mind was Flamengo. I appreciate the interest from other clubs, but I couldn't let this opportunity to play here pass me by. I'm extremely happy to be here. Today, at 36 years old, I have a lot of motivation to play for this club. Since I returned from the Arab world, in every negotiation I've had, Flamengo has been my first thought. For a number of reasons it didn't happen, I was happy at the other clubs I played for, but today I'm returning to a place I don't know if I should leave. The affection I have for this institution is immense. I really wanted to be here and today I finally am."
What has changed in six years?
"As a person I'm the same, but the professional side has changed. I arrived here in 2009 as an unknown and hadn't achieved absolutely anything. Six years later I'm back with three Brazilian championships, a Libertadores Cup, and a Club World Cup. Today the pressure is different. But Flamengo fans know how to see the player who wears the shirt. I'll go onto the field and give my best. I left during a match against Cruzeiro at the Maracanã. I remember that game, where the fans asked me to stay."
Physical preparation
- I received a lot of praise from the physical trainers. I'm 36 years old but I have the body of a 25-year-old (laughs).
Partnering with Guerrero
- He was successful at Corinthians. We had success in the Club World Cup and played good matches together. The expectation for Flamengo is the same, to achieve many things together. Guerrero is a great friend of mine. It's difficult to understand what he says, because he thinks he speaks Portuguese but he doesn't speak any (laughs). He asked me what Flamengo was like, and I told him what I think. We have a great affection and respect for each other. Off the field too. Here it will happen because the friendship exists between the two of us.
Future at the club
"I have a little over six months to convince these guys to stay here. I don't like to lose, everyone knows that. My career is marked by victories. I came here thinking big, I didn't come here for a vacation. Flamengo fans need this. May the luck they say I have be with me, and may we be able to give the fans a title."
Expectations for entering the field
"I've been following the games to get to know the group, the characteristics of the players. But the day-to-day training will reveal much more than words. Now it's time to start training, see how Cristóvão will set up his team. The important thing is to think as a group, to play whoever is in good form; that will be best for Flamengo. Flamengo needs everyone. Each one contributing in the way they can. I'm a player who doesn't like luck, I like hard work. Everyone is important and contributes in the way they can. Nobody wins a game alone, but as a team."
Winner's experience
- This experience, the habit of always aiming for the top of the table, and the maturity gained through achievements will be very valuable. We end up spending more time with the club's athletes than with our own families. We'll have a lot of conversations on and off the field. Guerrero is also coming to contribute. It will be worthwhile to pass on the experience of fighting for titles. A player is remembered for his achievements, and I hope he can contribute in that way here at Flamengo.
Management model
- I was worried. This has been praised everywhere. What the board has been doing is something very big for the club, something Flamengo fans have wanted to happen for a long time. Feet on the ground and dreaming big. That was also a determining factor in my coming here, in addition to my desire to defend the club. I came to win, I came to conquer. Flamengo's project today is huge. When I learned about the club's project, I saw myself within it. I hope that at the end of the year we can be here laughing and celebrating great achievements.
shirt 11
- In my first stint at the club I wore number 11. And at Corinthians too. Rodrigo offered some options, but he already knew my preference was number 11. That shirt already had an owner, so I let Flamengo decide. But I can assure you that to wear that shirt you don't need a number. The important thing is to wear it.
"Today Flamengo is experiencing a day of joy, especially for the fans, who are our greatest asset. Emerson will wear the red and black jersey," greeted the director, followed by Flamengo's football director, Rodrigo Caetano. "Emerson arrives with a contract until December 31st, but with expectations for both parties to extend it. The player himself chose Flamengo, and we worked to bring in this much-desired reinforcement. The number, which is the player's preference, was also a choice of the board. Nothing better for someone who has already been a Brazilian champion with the club (Sheik was part of the six-time national champion squad) than to wear this shirt again. I take this opportunity to thank..." fan members "Those present here and those who helped us bring in this important reinforcement," he said.
Before the press conference, the new signing met with a member of the... Red-Black Nation Program Márcio Muniz, who was able to have his first contact with the new Flamengo player. He received his fan membership card and thanked the... fan members who helped in his hiring. Become a fan memberHelp Flamengo become even stronger and get even closer to your team.
Check out the full press conference:
Happy return
- I had offers from other clubs, but this was a decision that wasn't very difficult to make. It has always been my desire to return to the club where I felt certain of the respect and affection of the fans. I felt it when I wore the shirt for the first time. I thank... fan members And to the Flamengo board for their efforts in making it possible for me to be here today.
Practice before the presentation
- We decided on my training before the announcement, so I could be available for Cristóvão on Saturday (against Atlético-MG, at the Maracanã). Today I will have my first training session with the group and then we will decide what is best for Flamengo.
Preference for Flamengo
"I have immense respect for the clubs I've played for, for the affection of the fans. But I've never hidden my desire to wear the Flamengo shirt again, because of the affection I have for the club and the connection with the fans. When Corinthians decided not to renew my contract, the first club that came to mind was Flamengo. I appreciate the interest from other clubs, but I couldn't let this opportunity to play here pass me by. I'm extremely happy to be here. Today, at 36 years old, I have a lot of motivation to play for this club. Since I returned from the Arab world, in every negotiation I've had, Flamengo has been my first thought. For a number of reasons it didn't happen, I was happy at the other clubs I played for, but today I'm returning to a place I don't know if I should leave. The affection I have for this institution is immense. I really wanted to be here and today I finally am."
What has changed in six years?
"As a person I'm the same, but the professional side has changed. I arrived here in 2009 as an unknown and hadn't achieved absolutely anything. Six years later I'm back with three Brazilian championships, a Libertadores Cup, and a Club World Cup. Today the pressure is different. But Flamengo fans know how to see the player who wears the shirt. I'll go onto the field and give my best. I left during a match against Cruzeiro at the Maracanã. I remember that game, where the fans asked me to stay."
Physical preparation
- I received a lot of praise from the physical trainers. I'm 36 years old but I have the body of a 25-year-old (laughs).
Partnering with Guerrero
- He was successful at Corinthians. We had success in the Club World Cup and played good matches together. The expectation for Flamengo is the same, to achieve many things together. Guerrero is a great friend of mine. It's difficult to understand what he says, because he thinks he speaks Portuguese but he doesn't speak any (laughs). He asked me what Flamengo was like, and I told him what I think. We have a great affection and respect for each other. Off the field too. Here it will happen because the friendship exists between the two of us.
Future at the club
"I have a little over six months to convince these guys to stay here. I don't like to lose, everyone knows that. My career is marked by victories. I came here thinking big, I didn't come here for a vacation. Flamengo fans need this. May the luck they say I have be with me, and may we be able to give the fans a title."
Expectations for entering the field
"I've been following the games to get to know the group, the characteristics of the players. But the day-to-day training will reveal much more than words. Now it's time to start training, see how Cristóvão will set up his team. The important thing is to think as a group, to play whoever is in good form; that will be best for Flamengo. Flamengo needs everyone. Each one contributing in the way they can. I'm a player who doesn't like luck, I like hard work. Everyone is important and contributes in the way they can. Nobody wins a game alone, but as a team."
Winner's experience
- This experience, the habit of always aiming for the top of the table, and the maturity gained through achievements will be very valuable. We end up spending more time with the club's athletes than with our own families. We'll have a lot of conversations on and off the field. Guerrero is also coming to contribute. It will be worthwhile to pass on the experience of fighting for titles. A player is remembered for his achievements, and I hope he can contribute in that way here at Flamengo.
Management model
- I was worried. This has been praised everywhere. What the board has been doing is something very big for the club, something Flamengo fans have wanted to happen for a long time. Feet on the ground and dreaming big. That was also a determining factor in my coming here, in addition to my desire to defend the club. I came to win, I came to conquer. Flamengo's project today is huge. When I learned about the club's project, I saw myself within it. I hope that at the end of the year we can be here laughing and celebrating great achievements.
shirt 11
- In my first stint at the club I wore number 11. And at Corinthians too. Rodrigo offered some options, but he already knew my preference was number 11. That shirt already had an owner, so I let Flamengo decide. But I can assure you that to wear that shirt you don't need a number. The important thing is to wear it.