Keeper stars in shootout as São Paulo U20 clinch Paulista double 🏆 | OneFootball

This Wednesday, São Paulo claimed their second consecutive title in the Campeonato Paulista Feminino Sub-20, after drawing 2-2 with Ferroviária in regular time and winning 4-3 in the penalty shootout. Goalkeeper Eluiza, the team captain, was one of the standout players in the final by saving one of the penalties, securing the title for Tricolor.

For the young goalkeeper, experiencing another championship moment with São Paulo is a source of great emotion and pride.

“It’s an incredible feeling! Being a champion is already special, but winning the second title in a row with this group makes it even more memorable. We worked really hard throughout the season,” she said.

Confidence in the work

Additionally, Eluiza also recalled the decisive moment of the penalty shootout. She highlighted her development throughout the season and the aspects that helped her be ready for that moment.

“It was a moment of great focus and confidence. I took a deep breath, trusted what I had practiced and my instincts. When the penalty shootout ended, it was an explosion of emotion to see the girls running towards me. An unforgettable moment, showing that all the sacrifice was worth it. I’ve improved a lot mentally and in reading the game. I learned to stay calm, position myself better, and participate more in the build-up with my feet. It was the result of a lot of training and the support of the coaching staff and my teammates,” she said.

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