Player's word: Alisson eyes away tie, key to start well in Copa do Brasil | OneFootball

In official material released by Fluminense on Thursday afternoon (23), defensive midfielder Alisson commented on the opportunity to start and looked ahead to the clash against Operário-PR in the first leg of the fifth round of the 2026 Copa do Brasil. The player emphasized the importance of the first match away from home and highlighted the need to seek an advantage in the tie.

“I’m very happy to have made my first start wearing the Fluminense shirt. We know how difficult a competition like this is, so the first match is very important, especially away from home. We hope to play a great game and bring an advantage back to our home.”

Alisson’s remarks come amid a period of changes in the team managed by Zubeldía, who opted for an alternative lineup for the match in Paraná. With important absences and workload management for some regular starters, the midfielder appears as one of the players who could take on a more prominent role in the squad.

Fluminense face Operário-PR this Thursday (23), at 9:30 p.m., at Germano Krüger Stadium, in the first leg of the fifth round of the Copa do Brasil.

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