Danilo reveals why he chose Flamengo, recalls emotion of Libertadores final | OneFootball

Danilo commented on the emotion of scoring the title-winning goal in the Libertadores for Flamengo

Danilo became the greatest hero of Flamengo in last year's Copa Libertadores final by scoring the only goal in the 1-0 victory against Palmeiras. This Saturday (31), the defender revealed why he wanted to play for Mengão and mentioned the emotion of recalling the moment.

“I wanted to play for Flamengo, I wanted to play in Brazil to have this closeness with the people. I gave up the financial part, which would be much better elsewhere”, began the defender Danilo, in an interview with 'GE'.

“And when it happens to become the Libertadores champion and also score the goal in the final, that's when I understood why I made this choice and took this path,” concluded the defender, commenting on the matter this Saturday (31).

WHAT'S THE CONTEXT?

Danilo returned to Brazilian football to play for Flamengo in 2025. Thus, the defender was a crucial piece for the red-black team in the season. He even scored the title-winning goal in the Copa Libertadores against Palmeiras, in Lima.

WHEN DOES FLAMENGO PLAY?

Thus, Flamengo now has the chance to win another title: the Supercopa do Brasil. This is because, the Most Beloved faces Corinthians this Sunday (01), at 4 PM (Brasília time), at the Mané Garrincha Stadium, in a match that is worth a trophy.

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