After Tuesday's activity (01), Gabriel gave a press conference in the press room at CT George Helal. Among the topics covered, the number 17 commented on the red-black team's greatest quality: balance. In addition, the striker also spoke about the final stretch of the Brasileirão and the support of the fans at Maracanã in the next home games.
See the main excerpts:
What it takes to win the Brasileirão
We have to win. We have to strive for victory at every opportunity, because we believe we can still win this title. We know it's possible, and Flamengo will pursue this goal until the end.
Red-black campaign
Flamengo can't enter a competition without thinking about winning the title. That's been our focus from the start. We have a great squad, so we want to reach the final round of the Brazilian Championship fighting for the championship.
goal balance
We need to win games first; scoring a lot of goals is a consequence. The most important thing is for the team to create. Regardless of whether it scores a lot of goals or not, the important thing is to always get the three points.
Support from the Rio nation
Flamengo's greatest strength is its fans. They always sell out tickets and push the team. It can be a decisive factor, for sure. Our team needs to enter the field with determination, play the game, and impose itself throughout the matches to achieve victories.
Team improvements
We need to know how to control the game, especially when we're ahead. We have a team that plays well and has been creating a lot of chances, but when we don't win, things get a bit complicated. Patience is key in these moments.
Rival in this Saturday's classic
Botafogo found a way to play. Football is all about the flow. They have an extremely competitive team, fighting hard for every ball, and they also have quality aerial play. Given our team's competitiveness, it's certain to be a great game.
Flamengo's highest quality
I think our team's strength is balance. Our defenders help us attack, and our forwards help us defend. Modern football demands this. Those of us who play on the wings end up being a little further from the goal, but the important thing is to help the team. Not scoring is bad, but we're aware that we need to play our role on the field.