Willian Arão highlights triumph with one man less on the field
Midfielder scored the winning goal against Sport at Ilha do Retiro
By Flamengo Communication - in
In the Race! This was Flamengo's victory over Sport, on Sunday afternoon (18), at Ilha do Retiro. With one player less since the middle of the second half, Rubro-Negro counted on a goal from Willian Arão to close the score at 1-0. After the match, the number 5 spoke about the goal and the victory in overcoming.
"I was looking for this goal, unfortunately I didn't have a chance in the first half, but I couldn't head it properly. Now in the end I was happy and it's a good victory with one player less."
Afterwards, Arão was asked about Flamengo's chances of winning the title and assured that the squad will go after the trophy with all possible efforts.
"We never stop dreaming. As long as there's a chance, we'll go after it. We'll win every match, and if they stumble, we'll fight to become champions."
Everton Ribeiro also gave an interview on the sidelines. The number 7 started on the bench and highlighted the squad's strength in closing the gap to Palmeiras.
"The coach opted for a more rested team. When he needed me, I came in to hold the ball more. We didn't stop believing, we managed to create more plays, and Arão managed to score. It's the final stretch, we have to show our best regardless of who's on the field. We'll do our part to gradually close the gap."