Paulo Victor recalls match against idol Rogério Ceni
Last year, the red-black goalkeeper saved a penalty and the tricolor captain's shirt: 'He's a Brazilian idol'
By Communication - Official Club Website - in
This Sunday (May 10.05), Flamengo and São Paulo will take the field for the first time in the 2015 Brazilian Championship. The match will be at Morumbi Stadium, a venue that has hosted historic regional, national, and international matches. Many athletes hold the stadium fondly in their memory, thanks to the goals scored and titles won. Paulo Victor is one such example, but for a reason he described as "immeasurable."
Last year, the two clubs faced off in the 24th round of the Brazilian Championship at Morumbi Stadium. For the red-and-black goalkeeper, the match was worth more than just three points; it was an opportunity to meet his idol Rogério Ceni in what would be the São Paulo star's last game against Flamengo. In 2014, there was a possibility he would retire at the end of the Brazilian Championship, which would naturally make that Wednesday (September 24.09) a historic one. The match, however, still included two duels on the penalty spot with Rogério, whose second penalty was saved by the Gávea number 48.
"We know what it's like to play with idols; it's priceless. And at that moment, when there was the question of his possible retirement, it made the game even more special for me, because I saved a penalty and even swapped shirts with Rogério. This shirt will be kept forever with great affection," celebrated Paulo Victor.
Regarding Rogério Ceni, the Flamengo goalkeeper speaks with respect and states that he looks up to him. Having played for Flamengo for so many years, he hopes to follow in his idol's footsteps, winning titles as a starter, and being remembered for his longevity with the Sacred Mantle. In a time when athletes frequently switch teams, Paulo Victor knows he won't be remembered for his nomadic ways; on the contrary, he has planted the flag for his dedication and love for the club. Just like São Paulo's number 1.
"Talking about Rogério is simple. We know he's a Brazilian idol, not just for São Paulo. For everything he's achieved and for being with São Paulo for so long. That's what I intend to do at Flamengo too. We goalkeepers have to be grateful for the progress he's made in football," he said.
The Tricolor captain's words confirmed his determination to be on the right track. After the 2-2 draw, the two exchanged their final words of the night, but they served as encouragement for the Mais Querido's goalkeeper. "He congratulated me and told me to keep doing what I've been doing to grow even more. He said he really admires my work."
Last year, the two clubs faced off in the 24th round of the Brazilian Championship at Morumbi Stadium. For the red-and-black goalkeeper, the match was worth more than just three points; it was an opportunity to meet his idol Rogério Ceni in what would be the São Paulo star's last game against Flamengo. In 2014, there was a possibility he would retire at the end of the Brazilian Championship, which would naturally make that Wednesday (September 24.09) a historic one. The match, however, still included two duels on the penalty spot with Rogério, whose second penalty was saved by the Gávea number 48.
"We know what it's like to play with idols; it's priceless. And at that moment, when there was the question of his possible retirement, it made the game even more special for me, because I saved a penalty and even swapped shirts with Rogério. This shirt will be kept forever with great affection," celebrated Paulo Victor.
Regarding Rogério Ceni, the Flamengo goalkeeper speaks with respect and states that he looks up to him. Having played for Flamengo for so many years, he hopes to follow in his idol's footsteps, winning titles as a starter, and being remembered for his longevity with the Sacred Mantle. In a time when athletes frequently switch teams, Paulo Victor knows he won't be remembered for his nomadic ways; on the contrary, he has planted the flag for his dedication and love for the club. Just like São Paulo's number 1.
"Talking about Rogério is simple. We know he's a Brazilian idol, not just for São Paulo. For everything he's achieved and for being with São Paulo for so long. That's what I intend to do at Flamengo too. We goalkeepers have to be grateful for the progress he's made in football," he said.
The Tricolor captain's words confirmed his determination to be on the right track. After the 2-2 draw, the two exchanged their final words of the night, but they served as encouragement for the Mais Querido's goalkeeper. "He congratulated me and told me to keep doing what I've been doing to grow even more. He said he really admires my work."