A scandal broke out within the Brazil’s selection a few days before the start of the America Cup. This Friday, Ronaldinho He launched a strong phrase about the determination and commitment of the Verdeamarela players and He assured that he will not watch the games. Within the team, Raphinhaone of the stars, responded and He told a situation that left him exposed.
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The former Barcelona player’s words generated an impressive stir and shocked both the footballers and the members of the Dorival Junior coaching staff, according to the Brazilian press. Therefore, at this Saturday’s press conference, Raphinha was asked about this phrase.
Raphinha is one of Brazil’s stars for the Copa América. (Photo: raphinha-IG)
”Ronaldinho says he will not see the National Team in the Copa América? A few days ago I found out that he was asking Vinicius for tickets for the games”, assured the forward. And he added: “What he said was a shock to us.”.
At the same time, he did not agree with the ex-crack’s statement and gave details of the team’s mood ahead of the premiere against Costa Rica: ”Obviously, we do not agree. I’m in my third year and I see commitment, desire, and pride in wearing the shirt. It was a surprise not only for me, but for everyone”. Furthermore, he said that Ronaldinho is his idol, so this phrase hit him in a particular way.
Raphinha responded to Ronaldinho and assured that he asked for tickets for the Copa América matches. (Video: @TNTSportsBR)
These statements by the ex-Milan were made together with the influencer Cartolouco in a video that he published on his Instagram account, with his words and did not have clear support. Although Brazil is in the process of formation with an important renovation, there are great improvements in performance and they are excited. Speculation indicates that it could be a commercial action, but the discontent is absolute.
What Ronaldinho said about the Brazil team
“That’s it folks, I’ve had enough. This is a sad moment for those who love Brazilian football. It is becoming difficult to find the spirit to watch the games. This is perhaps one of the worst teams in recent years, it has no respectable leaders, only average players for the most part. I have been following football since I was a child, long before I thought about becoming a player, and I have never seen a situation as bad as this. Lack of love for the shirt, lack of guts and the most important of all: football. I repeat, our performance was one of the worst things I have ever seen. What a pity. Therefore I declare my resignation. I will not watch any CONMEBOL Copa América match, nor will I celebrate any victory”.
Ronaldinho’s post where he harshly criticized the Brazil team before the Copa América. (Photo: ronaldinho-IG)
Brazil’s squad list for the Copa América
Archers: Raphael (Saint Paul), Bento (Athletico Paranaense), Ederson (Manchester City)
Defenses: Beraldo (PSG), Eder Militão (Real Madrid), Gabriel Magalhães (Arsenal), Marquinhos (PSG); Danilo (Juventus), Yan Couto (Girona), Guilherme Arana (Atlético Mineiro), Wendell (Port), Bremer (Juventus).
Midfielders: Andreas Pereira (Fulham), Bruno Guimaraes (Newcastle), Douglas Luiz (Aston Villa), Joao Gomes (Wolverhampton), Lucas Paquetá (West Ham), Ederson (Atalanta).
Attackers: Endrick (Palmeiras), Evanilson (Port), Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal), Raphinha (Barcelona), Rodrygo (Real Madrid), Savinho (Girona), Vinicius Jr. (Real Madrid), Pepe (Porto).
When does Brazil debut in the Copa América 2024
La Verdeamarela will make its presentation on next Monday June 24 in view of Costa Rica. Four days later they will be measured against Paraguay and they will finish the group area with Colombia.
