Fabinho eyes Fluminense debut, targets Carioca semi v Vasco

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·7 November 2025

Fabinho eyes Fluminense debut, targets Carioca semi v Vasco

Fluminense visits Vasco this Sunday (09) for the second leg of the Carioca Championship semifinal. In the first match, the tricolor took the lead but ended up conceding a late equalizer, finishing 1-1. One of the team's standout players, Fabinho, spoke exclusively with Saudações Tricolores and previewed this return match against the rival.

“It was a good week of work. We adjusted what we didn't do so well in the first game and I believe we are going into the second more prepared and confident. It's a very important classic because we really want to reach the final. We will close the week with the last training session and focused adjustments to secure the qualification,” said Fabinho.

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If they qualify for the state final, Fluminense secures a spot in the next edition of the Copa do Brasil for the category. The Xerém boys have not participated in this competition since 2023. At that time, the tricolor had its best campaign, reaching the semifinal with Fabinho in the squad. The midfielder also spoke about the importance.

“The Carioca Championship is very important for the possibility of becoming champions and qualifying for the Copa do Brasil. It's something the club values greatly. I believe it will be fundamental for the next generations, next year, to compete in this great competition. It's a tournament we dream a lot about playing to become champions,” said Fabinho.

Fabinho has been gaining prominence in the tricolor youth ranks as a very promising midfielder. Despite his success in the youth categories, the Xerém boy has yet to have opportunities in the tricolor's professional team. At just 19 years old, Fabinho dreams of this chance in the senior team but believes the opportunity will come at the right time.

“I've been here since I was 11 years old, so it has always been my biggest dream. It will continue to be my goal until I achieve it. I believe that, at the right time, when God permits, I will have more opportunities in professional football and establish myself there to bring much joy to the tricolor fans,” concluded Fabinho.

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