Libertadores winner torn between Flamengo and São Paulo loyalties | OneFootball

Champion for Both Clubs, Rafinha Preferred to Stay Neutral

Flamengo and São Paulo face off starting at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) this Wednesday (05). A former player of both clubs will have a divided heart when the ball rolls at Vila Belmiro: Rafinha. Champion of the Libertadores in 2019 with Mengão, the former full-back has been a fan of the São Paulo team since childhood.

— Flamengo holds a special place in my heart. Everyone knows the affection I have for São Paulo, the club I've supported since I was a child. Everything worked out, it was a successful marriage. I managed to be a champion for the club of my heart. When you are a player and a fan of the team, it's two emotions —, said Rafinha, to TV Globo.

— Winning the Brazilian Championship and the Libertadores in the same year is a remarkable moment in my life. Special titles, it leaves a mark, and I'm sure I have a special place in the heart of every fan (of Flamengo) —, Rafinha added.

WHAT DOES COMMENTATOR RAFINHA THINK?

Currently a commentator for Grupo Globo, Rafinha set aside his divided heart and analyzed the match impartially. The former full-back highlighted the importance of the clash for São Paulo, which can move closer to the G-7. As for Flamengo, every point is crucial in the marathon for the Brasileirão title.

— São Paulo needs to win to stay in the fight for the Libertadores, coming off two victories. And Flamengo, I don't even need to say. A solid, highly qualified team and they're in the final of the Libertadores. Two great clubs, fighting for three very valuable points —, Rafinha concluded.

WHERE TO WATCH SÃO PAULO VS FLAMENGO?

Thus, the ball rolls for São Paulo vs Flamengo starting at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) with Globo broadcasting to all of Brazil on open network. Additionally, GETV on YouTube, and Premiere via pay-per-view, will show the match. However, the most Flamengo-focused coverage of the match is by Coluna do Fla.

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