Love for Flamengo makes the difference
Adriano, Love and Leo Moura consider passion for the club fundamental in the classic against Vasco
By From the team at Flamengo's official website - in
"Being Flamengo means leaving sadness for after the battle and entering it fully. The soul of a hero, the mind of a military genius, and the burning heart of a warrior." This statement is from Arthur da Távola, in "Being Flamengo," and can be translated into the current squad of the Gávea team. Especially in three players: Adriano, Vagner Love, and Leonardo Moura. Acclaimed players, but who have never hidden their Flamengo hearts. The three take the field this Sunday (March 14.03), against Vasco, at 19:30 pm, at Maracanã, ready to please those who will be where they once were: in the stands.
And, if, according to Arthur da Távola, being Flamengo "is as much about being able as it is about wanting," the trio is expected to shine in the derby against Vasco. Leonardo Moura, at Gávea since 2005, has even beaten Vasco in the championship final, in the 2006 Copa do Brasil, and considers this passion for the club a fundamental factor when it comes to getting the ball rolling.
"I think the joy of defending Flamengo is always fundamental. We have to live up to this good moment. This group has always been very close-knit, striving to do the best for this wonderful club. After Wednesday's victory, we're even more motivated," he said.
Flamengo's top scorer this year, with 12 goals, Vagner Love also knows what it's like to be a Flamengo fan. A symbol of the team's resilience in recent matches, he hopes to repay the affection he's received from the nation he's a part of with another strong performance.
"It would be wonderful to score in a game like this. It's my first match against Flamengo and Vasco, and I'm excited. The fans will definitely fill the stadium, and I'm even more eager to repay all the affection I've been receiving," he said.
Emperor Adriano returns to the team after two matches away. And he can't wait to get back on the scoresheet. After all, he's a Flamengo and Vasco fan.
"I hope we can play a good game and come away with the victory. I'm motivated and I'll do everything I can to put in a good performance," he explained.
If they beat their rivals, Rubro-Negro will remain top of Group B of the Taça Rio and, as a bonus, will achieve their sixth consecutive victory of the season.
And, if, according to Arthur da Távola, being Flamengo "is as much about being able as it is about wanting," the trio is expected to shine in the derby against Vasco. Leonardo Moura, at Gávea since 2005, has even beaten Vasco in the championship final, in the 2006 Copa do Brasil, and considers this passion for the club a fundamental factor when it comes to getting the ball rolling.
"I think the joy of defending Flamengo is always fundamental. We have to live up to this good moment. This group has always been very close-knit, striving to do the best for this wonderful club. After Wednesday's victory, we're even more motivated," he said.
Flamengo's top scorer this year, with 12 goals, Vagner Love also knows what it's like to be a Flamengo fan. A symbol of the team's resilience in recent matches, he hopes to repay the affection he's received from the nation he's a part of with another strong performance.
"It would be wonderful to score in a game like this. It's my first match against Flamengo and Vasco, and I'm excited. The fans will definitely fill the stadium, and I'm even more eager to repay all the affection I've been receiving," he said.
Emperor Adriano returns to the team after two matches away. And he can't wait to get back on the scoresheet. After all, he's a Flamengo and Vasco fan.
"I hope we can play a good game and come away with the victory. I'm motivated and I'll do everything I can to put in a good performance," he explained.
If they beat their rivals, Rubro-Negro will remain top of Group B of the Taça Rio and, as a bonus, will achieve their sixth consecutive victory of the season.