The striker analyzes a draw in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil round of 16 and says the team is assimilating the new game system
Flamengo had their best performance of the season, with attacking momentum when pressing the ball on Fluminense. However, the first leg of the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil ended 0-0, at Maracanã, even with the expulsion of Felipe Melo at the start of the second half. Gabigol underlined that even with little training the team is looking for perseverance to progress with Sampaoli.
– I think every match is important for Flamengo. We seek consistency. It’s difficult, because there are so many matches and few training sessions. What we expect from the fans is a little calm, that they understand. We have a new coach, introducing a new game system – said the striker, before completing:
– We want the crowd to fill the stadium, as they always have. May they sustain until the end of the game. We have to fend them off, score and win. We have to win-he added.
The striker had a good performance and even hit goalkeeper Fábio’s crossbar. However, the ball did not enter, and Rubro-Negro missed the opportunity to go off the field with the lead for the second leg.
The return is scheduled for 1 June, at 8 pm, again at the Maracanã, but this time Flamengo will lead the field. The quarter-final matches will be decided by drawing lots.
Source: Terra
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