At 43, Fábio reached a historical sign on Fluminense in a 2-1 victory over Fortaleza Saturday (August 16) in Maracanã. The goalkeeper officially became the player with the largest number of games played in the history of world football, equaling the 1,390 games of the Englishman Peter Shilton, a reference from England in the 70s and 80s.
At the end of the game, still on the Prato Maracanã, the player held an emotional speech. With the words marked by religiosity, Fabio highlighted the role of faith and family support during his career.
“1,390 games mean that God always prepares, and God’s plans cannot be frustrated. For me to achieve this sign, he spent a long time before my NATO. God gave me this gift and directed every day so that I was here, I celebrate. I always thank all my games: my father, my mother, my wife Sandra, Pablo and Valentina, who are always accompanying the way.
“And God gives me the opportunity to be on the pitch, help my companions who were with me in these games. But without God, nothing would be possible. All glory, every praise to him. I am an instrument. I hope to be an example not only on the field, but also a servant of God, a boy who always tries to improve in every aspect, to be a right human being,” he said.
In Fluminense since 2022, the goalkeeper arrived as an expert reinforcement and soon stopped as an appetizer. In just over three seasons, it already adds more than 230 games with the tricolor shirt and important titles, such as the Libertadores Cup and the Carioca Championship.
By the way, the expectation is that T -shirt 1 will become the holder of the absolute record Tuesday (19 August), when Fluminense faces America de Cali, at 9:30 pm, in Maracanã, for the return of the 16th round. If you are among the owners, it will be the career game of 1,391 ° archer.
Fabio’s success, precipitously, strengthens his longevity and regularity, especially in a demanding position like the goalkeeper. Also at 43, it remains competitive and follows as a technical and leadership reference inside the cast of Tricolor.
Source: Terra
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