Greek boxer Korina Daponte trains in Flamengo shirt after Erick Pulgar comparison | OneFootball

Greek boxer Korina Daponte trains in Flamengo shirt after Erick Pulgar comparison | OneFootball

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·21 August 2026

Greek boxer Korina Daponte trains in Flamengo shirt after Erick Pulgar comparison

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Greek boxer Korina Daponte trained in a Flamengo shirt after Flamengo supporters on Instagram likened her to Erick Pulgar, according to Coluna Do Fla.

On the 26th she posted an Instagram photo in which her haircut and stare caught the eye, and the resemblance quickly spread among fans.


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After reading more about the club and its fan culture, Daponte decided to connect with them by wearing the shirt in training. She thanked followers for their support and sent a greeting to the Flamengo fanbase.

So far, neither the club nor the Chilean midfielder have responded, while fans continue to share the images.

Daponte is twice a Nacija Cup bronze medallist, a national champion in her category and unbeaten in four fights, with two knockouts. Known as the She-Hulk, she is awaiting confirmation of her next date and opponent.

Flamengo, with Erick Pulgar available, face Cruzeiro in the 24th round of the Campeonato Brasileiro at Mineirão in Belo Horizonte on Saturday 22 at 20:30 Brasília time.

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