Leadership, consistency and experience: Réver, the new red-black captain
Defender talks about the responsibility of wearing the armband and about the beginning of his career at Flamengo
By Matheus Victor and Andrey Menezes* - in
Flamengo's history is replete with players who earned the nation's idolatry for their talent with the ball. Another characteristic extolled by fans is their leadership spirit on the field. Everyone feels represented on the field when they see an athlete wearing the armband and giving their all to represent the club's colors. Réver is the athlete who combines both characteristics in his quest to have his name immortalized in the centuries-old history of the Most Beloved.
In the match against Grêmio, for the 21stª In the first round of the Brazilian Championship, Réver was given the captain's armband by coach Zé Ricardo. Alongside his defensive partner Rafael Vaz, he has established himself as one of the most consistent defenders in the competition since arriving at Flamengo. Furthermore, the number 15 is one of the most vocal players during matches, constantly assisting and demanding his teammates, essential factors in becoming the coach's main representative on the pitch.
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The defender makes a self-evaluation from the moment he first wore the Sacred Mantle, already with an important participation in the victory over Cruzeiro at Mineirão.
"I had a somewhat turbulent start due to the challenges to my signing, and discontent. On a daily basis, I proved my worth to those who criticized me. This has a lot to do with the help I received from the coaching staff and my teammates. They made me feel comfortable and able to give my best, which allowed me to grow and demonstrate that in the matches."
"I had a somewhat turbulent start due to the challenges to my signing, and discontent. On a daily basis, I proved my worth to those who criticized me. This has a lot to do with the help I received from the coaching staff and my teammates. They made me feel comfortable and able to give my best, which allowed me to grow and demonstrate that in the matches."
Réver also commented on the privilege of wearing the captain's armband for a team like Flamengo.
"It's a huge responsibility to wear this sash, to be one of the team's leaders, alongside players like Juan, Arão, Diego, and so many other leaders we have on the roster. I'm happy to take on this commitment alongside them. I think that, in my hiring, the leadership aspect I've had wherever I've been played a part. I will always strive to give my best for Flamengo."
"It's a huge responsibility to wear this sash, to be one of the team's leaders, alongside players like Juan, Arão, Diego, and so many other leaders we have on the roster. I'm happy to take on this commitment alongside them. I think that, in my hiring, the leadership aspect I've had wherever I've been played a part. I will always strive to give my best for Flamengo."
In the Brasileirão, Flamengo remains firmly in the title race, just one point behind the leader with twelve rounds remaining. As captain, the athlete discusses how to handle the pressure in each decisive match until the end of the competition.
"We know that at Flamengo, there will always be pressure. We're dealing with a big club, representing millions of fanatical fans, with a crowd always watching and cheering us on, no matter where we play. I think the least we can do is give of ourselves, fight during the matches like we're doing. Once we put in that much work and dedication, there's no way things can go wrong. I believe we have everything we need to reach December celebrating titles, which are what sustain a player's career and what makes the fans' passion for that athlete even greater."
"We know that at Flamengo, there will always be pressure. We're dealing with a big club, representing millions of fanatical fans, with a crowd always watching and cheering us on, no matter where we play. I think the least we can do is give of ourselves, fight during the matches like we're doing. Once we put in that much work and dedication, there's no way things can go wrong. I believe we have everything we need to reach December celebrating titles, which are what sustain a player's career and what makes the fans' passion for that athlete even greater."
This Wednesday (21), Mais Querido faces Palestino (CHI) in the round of XNUMX of the Copa Sudamericana, with the first match taking place at the opponent's home. Spared from the trip, Réver commented on the match and sent a message of encouragement to the athletes who will play in the match.
"I wish the entire group and the committee members who traveled to Chile luck. We're here working hard so that, as soon as they return, we can be together and continue our campaigns in the Copa Sudamericana and the Brazilian Championship. All the best to everyone."
"I wish the entire group and the committee members who traveled to Chile luck. We're here working hard so that, as soon as they return, we can be together and continue our campaigns in the Copa Sudamericana and the Brazilian Championship. All the best to everyone."
With camaraderie, dedication and unity, Flamengo will continue to fight to achieve the goals set for the season.
* collaborated under the supervision of Ricardo Taves
* collaborated under the supervision of Ricardo Taves