Emerson Royal lists 5 toughest opponents since Brazil return | OneFootball

Emerson Royal joined Flamengo in July 2025

Signed by Flamengo from Milan (ITA), Emerson Royal returned to Brazil after nearly seven years in Europe. Six months later, the right-back has already pointed out the five toughest opponents he has faced since coming back to the country.

In an interview with ESPN, the full-back listed the five toughest opponents since his return to Brazil, from fifth to first place. Ferreirinha, from São Paulo, was fifth, followed by Vitor Roque, from Palmeiras, in fourth.

Next, Cebolinha and Samuel Lino, both from Flamengo, appeared in second and third place, respectively, in training matches with the team. Finally, Matheus Bidu, from Corinthians, was named as the most difficult player to face in official matches.

— Ferreirinha was a forward who was having an inspired day. Vitor Roque, very tough, because he is a center forward, but played almost as a winger in the match against Flamengo. And he’s fast, strong, and very competitive. Samuel Lino, a real dribbler. Everton Cebolinha. I’ll tell you, he surprised me, because he’s not a winger, but played almost as one: Bidu -, said Emerson Royal.

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WHAT ARE EMERSON ROYAL’S STATS AT FLAMENGO?

Currently, Emerson Royal is competing for a spot with Uruguayan Guillermo Varela. Since arriving at Flamengo, the right-back has played in 19 matches, scored one goal, and provided one assist.

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