Heittor eyes Bolivia friendlies, hails Paulo Victor with U20s | OneFootball

Heittor in action during the Under-20 National Team training sessionCredits: Rafael Ribeiro / CBF

Just a few days before the friendlies against Bolivia, the Brazil Under-20 National Team is stepping up its preparations at Granja Comary, in Teresópolis (RJ). For forward Heittor, of Palmeiras, the two matches represent more than just the opportunity to wear the Seleção jersey: they will be important tests in building the team that will compete in next year’s South American Championship in the category.

"These are very important matches for our preparation. We know that every training session and every friendly helps build the team. It’s an opportunity to grow as a group, gain confidence, and better understand what the coaching staff wants from us on the pitch," he said.

Heittor also highlighted the atmosphere created during the training period at Granja Comary. According to the forward, the daily interaction among players from different clubs helps speed up chemistry and strengthen the collective spirit.

"When we arrive at the National Team, everyone comes with the same objective. The atmosphere is very good, the players help each other a lot, and that makes a difference on the pitch. We’re working hard to represent Brazil well," he added.

The player also made a point of praising the work being done by coach Paulo Victor, who recently took charge of the team. For Heittor, the clarity of the instructions and the close relationship with the squad have been important for the team’s development.

"Paulo Victor talks a lot with the group and gives us a lot of confidence. He makes it very clear what he expects from each player, and that makes our job easier. He’s a coach who demands intensity, organization, and commitment at all times, but he also gives us the confidence to develop our football," he said.

The forward believes the friendlies will serve as an important step in the team’s preparation for next season’s challenges.

"We have to make the most of these two matches. Facing Bolivia will be important to put into practice everything we’ve been training and to keep improving. Our focus is to arrive more and more prepared for the South American Championship and put together a great campaign representing Brazil."

The first match will take place on Sunday (9) at 11 a.m., while the second is scheduled for Wednesday (12) at 10 a.m. Both matches will be held at Granja Comary.

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