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André Hernan talks behind the scenes of the interview with the attacker after the controversy over the Corinthians shirt
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Gabigol is not having one of his best moments at Flamengo. After having a photo leaked wearing a Corinthians shirt and becoming aware of the negative repercussions, the attacker gave an interview to recant and apologize for what happened. André Hernan, the journalist responsible for the article, told the behind-the-scenes chat with the player.
— I've known Gabigol since he was at Santos, working his way up to the professional ranks. I've interviewed him several times, but for the first time, I felt he was cornered, dejected. He was a different Gabigol from the hard-working Gabigol, from the player who is a champion, who has personality. He maintained his personality. He spoke and spoke firmly, but I felt that he was a little down and wanted to open his heart and, in fact, apologize to the fans – declared André Hernan, on the program 'Arena SBT'.
Gabigol conceded interview with the journalist last Sunday (19). If at first the attacker denied having worn a Corinthians shirt at a party, now the player has confirmed that he did so. In this way, the athlete apologized to the red and black fans and stressed that he wants to continue writing history with the Sacred Mantle.
With Gabigol available, Flamengo faces Amazonas, in the second leg of the third phase of the Copa do Brasil. The clash takes place at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Arena da Amazônia, in Manaus.
Vini Jr and his moment of love with Flamengo
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After training for the Brazilian team aiming for the Copa América, a simple gesture, but full of meaning, caught the attention of those who were present. Striker Vinicius Junior, Real Madrid star and one of the great names of the new generation of Brazilian stars, stopped to meet some fans who were eagerly awaiting a chance to interact with their idol. Between autographs and selfies, a specific moment stood out and quickly spread across social media.
In the middle of the crowd, a red and black fan asked a direct question that many Flamengo fans have been asking since Vinicius Junior left for Europe: "You will return to Flamengo someday?". Without hesitation, the player replied firmly and with a smile on his face: "I will, of course!" Vini's response, as he is affectionately called by his fans, was received with enthusiasm by those present and became one of the most talked about topics of the day. The moment was captured by TNT Sports cameras and soon went viral, sending red and black fans into a frenzy.
FLAMENGO IN THE HEART OF VINI JR
Vinicius Junior has always made his affection and gratitude for Flamengo, the club that revealed him and gave him the chance to show his talent to the world. His trajectory at the Rio club was meteoric. In 2017, he debuted for the first team at just 16 years old and quickly made a name for himself, catching the attention of European giants. The following year, he was sold to Real Madrid for around 45 million euros, one of the biggest transfers in the history of Brazilian football.
Even though he played for one of the biggest clubs in the world, Vini never hid his desire to , one day, wear the Flamengo shirt again. In several interviews, he had already spoken about the special affection he has for the club and the fans, but the statement made directly to the fans brought new hope to the red and blacks.
The entity also recalled a recent adjustment to the calendar, when it decided to suspend rounds 7 and 8
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The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) published an official note refuting the criticisms made by coach Tite, from Flamengo, about the calendar of the Brazilian Championship. The entity highlighted the complexity of preparing the annual football calendar in the country and argued that its decisions always seek to preserve the physical integrity of athletes.
In the note, CBF highlighted that the Brazilian football calendar is a puzzle, dividing the 365 days of the year between holidays, pre-season, FIFA dates, CONMEBOL competitions, national and state competitions, among other commitments. According to the entity, despite the difficulties in accommodating the dates of the various competitions, concern for the health of the players is constant.7
CBF REBATES THE CRITIQUES MADE BY TITE
The CBF mentions that the General Competition Regulations (RGC) of 2024 establish a minimum interval of 66 hours between the end of a match and the start of the next, ensuring that no team plays three times in a row as home or away. This minimum interval, according to the entity, is a measure to preserve the physical integrity of athletes.
A CBF stated that matches on consecutive days, such as Thursday and Sunday or Wednesday and Saturday, are necessary and are nothing new in the football scene. football, whether in Brazil or abroad. The note refuted Tite's suggestion that Flamengo was being harmed, mentioning that the club's matches were scheduled for Maracanã, eliminating any strain caused by travel.
The attacker thanked him for the affection and went into the crowd.
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Gabigol, one of the stars of Brazilian football, was surprised by the warm reception he received in Manaus. Accustomed to the affection of the fans at Maracanã, the player did not expect the same intensity of support in the North of the country. The difference between the two fans, however, proved to be a pleasant surprise for the athlete.
In Manaus, the thermometer of the popularity of Gabigol recorded very high levels. As soon as he got off the bus, he was surrounded by fans eager to see him up close. Showing sympathy and gratitude, the player made a point of going down and interacting with the crowd. He responded to requests for photos and autographs, appearing approachable and charismatic.
This The experience seemed to have a very positive impact on Gabigol. The affection received in Manaus, perhaps unexpected in the same way as that of his Rio fans, left the player visibly happy and confident. The energy and enthusiasm of the Manaus fans were so intense that they surprised even their teammates and the technical team, who follow Gabigol daily.
This moment of connection with the Manaus fans reflects the breadth of popularity by Gabigol, showing that his talent and charisma transcend the borders of Rio de Janeiro. The warm reception strengthened the player's relationship with his fans, demonstrating that, regardless of location, the love for football unites and inspires crowds.
In the context of Brazilian football, where the fans' passion is a constant, Events like this are proof that players like Gabigol have national appeal. The acceptance and affection shown by fans from different regions are indicative that sport has the power to unite the country around its idols.
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