The 2-1 victory against Botafogo, on Sunday afternoon (23), qualified Flamengo for the Carioca Championship final against Fluminense. After the final whistle, defender Rafael Vaz spoke to the press at Maracanã and commented on the classic.
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"Flamengo has a great responsibility in all the championships we compete in. I'm very happy to be back helping my teammates and I'm very calm, happy to know that Zé Ricardo trusts me. Whenever he needs me, I'm here to help," commented Rafael Vaz.
When questioned about his playing style, Rafael Vaz stated that it hadn't changed, but he adapted it due to the pitch conditions. "The field was very heavy because it had rained too much. We need to provide more security, and that's what I tried to do, sticking to the simple approach because the pitch wasn't helping much," he explained.
Praised by Zé Ricardo, the defender stated that the coach's support is important. "We go in with the responsibility of not conceding a goal so we can qualify for the final. Of course, the coach has helped me a lot, he talks to me a lot. I'm very happy for everything he's telling me," he said gratefully.
Fan club members have the pride of playing alongside each victory: the money goes to football and brings more reinforcements, new talent, and infrastructure to the training center. And they also have advantages in official stores to buy the jersey and wear it with pride! Click and join now.
"Flamengo has a great responsibility in all the championships we compete in. I'm very happy to be back helping my teammates and I'm very calm, happy to know that Zé Ricardo trusts me. Whenever he needs me, I'm here to help," commented Rafael Vaz.
When questioned about his playing style, Rafael Vaz stated that it hadn't changed, but he adapted it due to the pitch conditions. "The field was very heavy because it had rained too much. We need to provide more security, and that's what I tried to do, sticking to the simple approach because the pitch wasn't helping much," he explained.
Praised by Zé Ricardo, the defender stated that the coach's support is important. "We go in with the responsibility of not conceding a goal so we can qualify for the final. Of course, the coach has helped me a lot, he talks to me a lot. I'm very happy for everything he's telling me," he said gratefully.