Rodrigo relishes preparations with Brazil Under-17s | OneFootball

Forward Rodrigo praised the groupCredits: Samara Moumei / CBF

Forward Rodrigo, of Vasco da Gama, enthusiastically wrapped up the second stage of preparations for the Brazil Under-17 National Team, which ended last Sunday (13) at Granja Comary in Teresópolis (RJ). Called up to join the squad led by head coach Carlos Eduardo Patetuci, the player gave a positive assessment of the experience and highlighted the growth he gained during the training days.

"I thank God for the opportunity. It has been very good to work with this group and with coach Carlos Eduardo Patetuci," said the forward.

Rodrigo also praised the methodology used by the coaching staff during the preparation period. According to him, the training sessions were intense and contributed to the team’s individual and collective development.

"The work being done here is of the highest level. The methodology is very good and helps us improve in every aspect of the game. Every training session was an opportunity to learn and grow," he said.

Another point highlighted by the forward was the atmosphere at the national team camp. For Rodrigo, the unity among the players and the quality of the coaching staff made a difference throughout the preparation.

"The environment is excellent. Everyone works with great professionalism, but there is also a relationship of respect and friendship between the players and the staff. That makes our development much easier," he said.

The player also stressed that focus and determination were defining traits of the group throughout the entire period at Granja Comary.

"Each player gave his all in every training session. We know the responsibility of wearing the Brazil National Team shirt, and we try to make the most of every moment to show our work and keep improving."

At the end of the preparation period, Rodrigo left Granja Comary satisfied with the performances shown and motivated for the next challenges wearing the Brazil Under-17 National Team shirt.

"I leave very happy with everything I experienced here. It was a period of great learning and growth. Now it’s about continuing to work hard to earn new opportunities and keep representing the National Team in the best way possible," he concluded.

The activity at Granja Comary marked the second stage of preparation for the Brazil Under-17 National Team ahead of the FIFA U-17 World Cup, which will be held in November in Qatar. The first took place in June in Natal (RN), when the team led by coach Carlos Eduardo Patetuci played two friendlies against the United States and won both: 4-0 in the first match and 1-0 in the second (read more here), continuing the work of building the squad for the World Cup.

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