On the eve of the Fla-Flu, Diego emphasizes: We are ready and confident to play a great game
Shirt 10 gave a press conference this Tuesday at Ninho do Urubu
By Communication - Flamengo - inOn Tuesday afternoon (26), Flamengo held its final training session before the Fla-Flu match at Ninho do Urubu. Before working with the coaching staff, captain Diego spoke to the press at a press conference held in the Victorino Chermont Press Room. On the eve of the match, the number 10 highlighted the team's focus on reaching the Taça Rio final.
"These are evenly matched matches. We had a big lead, but we couldn't hold on to the 3-0 lead. We need to be extra careful about that. We expect a tough game, but we know our quality. We're ready and confident to put in a great performance," he emphasized.
"We'll never go onto the field thinking we're in the best of shape. If that crosses our minds, it'll be a trap. Dedication, purpose, and the desire to win must always be strong," the red-and-black captain emphasized.
When asked about the opposing team's qualities, the midfielder highlighted the tricolor team's patience.
"The team. They're a patient team and don't mind putting the ball past the goalkeeper. They value possession, which creates difficulties for those who face them. But playing in this jersey, we'll always go out to win. We have several ways to do this, playing lower or putting pressure on the goalkeeper. It's a matter of strategy. Tomorrow's strategy will be set up, and we'll go out to win. That's the mindset."
Finally, the player addressed the heated atmosphere surrounding the classics in this Campeonato Carioca.
"I've always had a lot of respect for my opponents and Flamengo. I have complete respect for them. The last game was a little more heated, but I don't think that will continue. I believe in our team and Fluminense so that nothing will happen."
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