Upon the return of Mais Querido to work at CT George Helal, aiming for the next challenge in the Brazilian Championship, goalkeeper Thiago appeared at the Victorino Chermont Press Room, where he gave a press conference. The Garoto do Ninho presented a solid performance in the red-black victory over Ponte Preta last Wednesday (14).

New owner of the number 1 shirt, Thiago discussed the classic against Fluminense, which will be played next Sunday (18), with the ball rolling at 16 pm at Maracanã. Among other topics, the goalkeeper also commented on the experience of the defensive sector, with winning athletes like Réver and Juan to provide tranquility and serve as an example to the younger ones.

I work to be prepared, regardless of whether it's a derby or not, because every game for Flamengo is important. As we play more, we become more prepared to perform in big games. The expectation for the match is good. Playing a derby is always different, because of that pre-game atmosphere, because of everything involved, even more so at the Maracanã.

We weren't able to get a positive result there against Avaí and in other games, but this debut at Ilha do Urubu, with the support of the fans, was very important for us to get the victory. Now we have a good run at home and I believe everything will work out. We're going for the wins and to get back on track from the beginning of the year.

It was a little different. Because of my birthday, and because I was able to play on Sunday and yesterday. Regarding the number 1 jersey, it wasn't my choice to change it, but Rhodolfo likes to play with number 44. They asked me if there would be any problem and I said there wouldn't be any problem at all.

The responsibility here is always great, regardless of the position. Pressure is normal, there's not much mystery to it. We've known how to deal with it ever since we chose to be goalkeepers, and life goes on.

They are excellent defenders. In the last game, Réver and Vaz played, who are great players. On Sunday, Réver played with Juan, whom I watched play in a World Cup when I was little. Rhodolfo is also a great defender and is now joining us to contribute. Réver is a leader and a role model we have here. A player who played for the Brazilian National Team and won major titles. We have to look up to guys like that.