🤔 Why did Raphael Veiga choose the number 23 shirt? | OneFootball

Club América has shaken up the Clausura 2026 market with the addition of their new star signing: Raphael Veiga. The 30-year-old Brazilian midfielder, a historic figure at Palmeiras, is already in Coapa and gave his first statements as a member of the azulcrema, revealing the personal reasons behind the choice of the number he will wear on his jersey.

Between Michael Jordan and David Beckham

Veiga will wear the number 23, the same that accompanied him in his glory years at "Verdão". According to the player himself, his choice is a tribute to two legends of world sports: Michael Jordan and David Beckham. "I always liked seeing Jordan with the 23 and there was a time when Beckham also wore it," commented the Paulista, who also joked about his resemblance to the English star. For the Brazilian, this number represents the luck and history he wishes to continue writing now in Mexico.

The Debut Against Monterrey

The América fans won't have to wait long to see him in action. Everything indicates that Veiga will officially debut this Saturday, February 7, in the crucial match against Rayados de Monterrey for Matchday 5. Although the player is already training alongside his teammates under the guidance of the coaching staff, the management is working against the clock to finalize his registration in Liga MX and ensure that the "23" can take to the field at Estadio Azteca.

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