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Libertadores Champion with Flamengo, Vidal Put Himself Above Great Names in the Position

Despite the titles in the Copa do Brasil and the Libertadores with Flamengo in 2022, Arturo Vidal's stint at Flamengo was disappointing. However, the Chilean made history in world football, mainly with his national team and major European clubs. In an internet joke, the midfielder surprised everyone by putting himself above stars like Xavi, Iniesta, and Pirlo.

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The challenge was: “only say something if any of these players is better than you.” Then, the host listed the following athletes: Paredes, Tchouaméni, Rakitić, Aranguiz, De Paul, Casemiro, Kanté, Lampard, Gerrard, Rodri, Xabi Alonso, Pirlo, Xavi, and Iniesta. Vidal remained silent until the end of the game.

WAS VIDAL REALLY ALL THAT?

Vidal put himself above names like world champions Kanté, Pirlo, Xavi, and Iniesta—something the Chilean never came close to achieving. The biggest titles in the former Flamengo player's career are two Copa América trophies and the Libertadores with Flamengo. However, the midfielder did win relevant national titles.

With Bayern Munich (GER), Vidal won three Bundesliga titles. At Barcelona (ESP), he won one La Liga. The Chilean's greatest success was with Juventus (ITA) and Inter Milan (ITA), lifting five Italian Championships. At 38 years old, ‘King’, as he likes to be called, is still active, playing for Colo-Colo (CHI).

HOW WAS VIDAL'S STINT AT FLAMENGO?

Signed for a hefty sum by Flamengo, Vidal was a disappointment, despite the two titles. The midfielder played 51 matches, scored two goals, and provided three assists between 2022 and 2023. Without much space, especially after arguments with Vítor Pereira and Jorge Sampaoli, the midfielder later signed with Athletico-PR.

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