Piris da Motta analyzes debut and Vitinho already plans duel for the Copa do Brasil
The midfielder played for the first time with the Sacred Mantle and the number 14 spoke about the Rubro-Negro's next commitment this season.
By John Peter Granette - in
Flamengo returned to winning ways in the Brazilian Championship, and the match against Cruzeiro was special for midfielder Piris da Motta. The 1-0 victory over the Minas Gerais team will remain in the memory of the number 25, as it was the first time he wore the Sacred Mantle in an official match. Leaving the Maracanã stadium, the Paraguayan reflected on his performance during the 90 minutes.
"Today was my first game in the Brasileirão, and I think I need to improve to adapt more quickly to Brazilian football. I'll work every day to keep improving and help my teammates. I'm very happy with our home win."
Striker Vitinho made a point of praising the importance of the fans and the dedication of the entire squad to earn three more points in the national competition.
"The victory was very important. The team's dedication and the fans' support were fundamental today."
Finally, the number 14 has already planned the duel against Grêmio, for the Copa do Brasil. The match against the Gaúcha team will be next Wednesday (15), at 21:45 pm, at Maracanã.
"That's the spirit. We have to run for each other and create chances to score goals to always have the advantage. I think the team is on the right track, and now on Wednesday we have to impose that same spirit on the game."
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