Victory on Sunday becomes an obligation in Gávea
Players and Andrade emphasize the importance of winning the Rio Cup against Botafogo
By From the team at Flamengo's official website - in
A classic is already a match that generates a lot of anticipation. A final, of course, makes the situation even more important. Especially after a midweek loss. That's why Flamengo sees the match against Botafogo on Sunday, in the final of the Taça Rio, the second round of the Campeonato Carioca, as crucial. It's win or lose.
One of the opponents that must be overcome before Alvinegro, however, is fatigue. Coach Andrade knows the team is sweating heavily, but he assures that the team is already aware of the responsibility it has in the upcoming matches.
"We're going through a lot of wear and tear playing on Wednesday and Sunday. Always playing at the limit is difficult, but we had that in the plan and we're going to try to get ahead in the two competitions we're playing. We're going to go back to Rio, rest and work to face Botafogo," he said.
Right-back Leonardo Moura echoes his manager's words. The number 2 emphasizes the importance of the title, which would give Flamengo the chance to win an unprecedented fourth Rio de Janeiro championship.
"Now, it's time to rest. The team is working hard. It's one decision after another, we have another final on Sunday, and we need to rest to beat Botafogo. This title is very important for us," he added.
One of the opponents that must be overcome before Alvinegro, however, is fatigue. Coach Andrade knows the team is sweating heavily, but he assures that the team is already aware of the responsibility it has in the upcoming matches.
"We're going through a lot of wear and tear playing on Wednesday and Sunday. Always playing at the limit is difficult, but we had that in the plan and we're going to try to get ahead in the two competitions we're playing. We're going to go back to Rio, rest and work to face Botafogo," he said.
Right-back Leonardo Moura echoes his manager's words. The number 2 emphasizes the importance of the title, which would give Flamengo the chance to win an unprecedented fourth Rio de Janeiro championship.
"Now, it's time to rest. The team is working hard. It's one decision after another, we have another final on Sunday, and we need to rest to beat Botafogo. This title is very important for us," he added.