Filé, Fluminense physio, up for Confut award two years running | OneFootball

Fluminense’s general coordinator of physiotherapy, Nilton Petrone, known as Filé, has been nominated for the Confut award as one of the best professionals in the field in South America.

Winner in 2025, he is now seeking a second title in the award, which is decided through online voting.

At Fluminense since 2014, Filé is a benchmark in injury recovery and prevention work. Over his 12 years at the club, he has taken part in the recovery of several players and helped prevent the recurrence of physical problems.

In addition to his work with the first-team squad, the physiotherapy department also monitors youth academy players in more complex recovery processes.

Filé’s career also includes a role in Ronaldo’s recovery for the 2002 World Cup.

The physiotherapist worked on the treatment of the Fenômeno’s injuries, and Ronaldo went on to play a decisive role in Brazil’s fifth World Cup title.

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