Brazil star hails Rossi, won't try cheeky penalty vs Flamengo keeper | OneFootball

What did Iago, defender of the Brazilian U-20 National Team and Flamengo, say about Rossi?

The defender Iago drew a lot of attention in the U-20 World Cup final by taking a 'chip shot' penalty in the Flamengo x Barcelona (ESP) match. Faced with this situation, the product of Ninho mentioned some goalkeepers he would try this move on again, however, he hesitated when it came to Rossi.

In a 'quiz' published by 'CazéTV', Iago had some options to say who he would try the 'chip shot' on. Thus, the defender said he would try this audacity against Neuer, Alisson, Fábio, Donnarumma, Hugo Souza, and Léo Jardim.

However, when it came to answering about the duel with Rossi, Iago, in a relaxed manner, answered the following: "No, I will respect Rossi. He is from Mengão, you have to respect."

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WHAT HAPPENED WITH IAGO IN THE FLAMENGO X BARCELONA MATCH?

Iago was a key player in Flamengo's U-20 Club World Cup victory. This is because the defender scored the equalizing goal for Mengão in stoppage time and took the decision against Barcelona to penalties.

In the penalty shootouts, Iago showed a lot of coolness and 'chipped' the ball into the Maracanã nets. With this and counting on saves from Leo Nannetti, Mengão won the U-20 World Cup for the second time in history.

WHAT IS IAGO'S SITUATION AT FLAMENGO?

Defender Iago is one of the main players and 'sheriff' of the U-20 team of Flamengo. Due to his good performances, the player got an opportunity in the Brazilian team of the category, which is focused on competing in the World Cup.

WHAT IS THE NEXT MATCH FOR FLAMENGO?

At Flamengo, Iago remains at the disposal of coach Bruno Pivetti. The defender, in fact, is expected to play in the team's next match, which will be against Nova Iguaçu, this Wednesday (17), at Gávea. The Coluna do Fla, as usual, shows the details of the match.

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