Booed in the last few games, Martinelli gave the “opening lap” to Fluminense in the victory against Internacional, at the Maracanã
Booed in the last few games, Martinelli he gave the “reversal” to Fluminense in the victory over Internacional, at the Maracanã, for the Brazilian championship. The boy from Xerém managed to turn criticism into applause in the stadium. In addition to scoring, the defensive midfielder showed rush and was important in marking, with three tackles and lots of space, and had 92% passing accuracy.
– We know it’s hard when you are criticized, but the group gave me full support, even the teacher spoke to me on a daily basis. The people here have always been with me a lot, Felipe (Melo) has always talked to me a lot, the guy who has helped me a lot here, along with all my team mates. And we always try to do our best. I’m very happy today, I was able to do my best and help the whole team to get a great victory.
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The defensive midfielder has already turned his attention to the classic, which could be worth the vice-leadership of the Brazilian championship and a “revenge” after the elimination from the Copa do Brasil.
– We know it’s always a difficult match against their team. It’s a classic, a very tough game, always sticking to some details. We have to pay close attention and see what strengths and weaknesses of their team they are working on this week. We will do well for this classic-she said.
Diniz passes trust
In a collective, the coach Fernando Diniz praised the athlete’s departure and even compared the “persecution” behind the wheel to that already had with Felipe Melo, currently the absolute owner in the tricolor defense.
– It’s a great joy to see Martinelli score a goal and be applauded by the crowd. It’s not easy being a footballer and enduring the boos in the stadium. Martinelli is a house silver with multiple qualities. I understand the boos from the fans, but the instinct to applaud helps the players more, especially the younger ones. We saw Felipe Melo, who has been the subject of criticism and, today, is a recognizably important player for the team. Caio Paulista, due to the shortcomings, we had to give in to shine elsewhere, and he is shining at the San Paolo. When boos occur, we must respect, work and play well. Martinelli did it, he was rewarded with the goal and was deservedly applauded by the crowd.
Fluminense will have another week off and will only be back on the pitch next Sunday, when they will face the classic against the vice leaders Flamengo, at 4pm (Brasilia time), at the Maracanã. The Rossoneri will play a match for the Copa do Brasil at the Arena da Baixada, in Curitiba.
Source: Terra
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