Six-time Brazilian champion Flamengo enters the 2010 edition of the Brasileirão as the defending champion. In other words, it carries a greater responsibility than other teams. Therefore, the red-and-blacks know they can't lose focus for even a moment. And right-back Leonardo Moura guarantees that won't happen.

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Regardless of any personal problems the athletes may have, the player, who is one of the most experienced in the group, guarantees that the team is more than motivated to seek its second consecutive title.

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"When we step onto the field, we'll forget about our off-field problems, and I believe that won't affect anything. We have to live day to day and always strive for the best for the club," he stated.

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Kleberson, in turn, emphasizes the importance of a homogeneous squad to further motivate the group. While he's still unsure whether he'll start, the number 15 guarantees that this competition for positions will only benefit the Red-and-Blacks.

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"I don't know if I'll be a starter or not. We have a lot of talented players, and that increases each player's desire. I'll always work to be a starter, but I'll also understand when I'm not. That's normal in football," he added.

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