MC Hariel hails Corinthians bond, Gaviões, weighs in on Memphis future | OneFootball

Gaviões da Fiel celebrated its 57th anniversary last Saturday (4) with a party held at Neo Química Arena. Among the event’s attractions was singer MC Hariel, who once again showed his connection with Corinthians and with the club’s main organized supporters’ group.

After the performance, the artist recalled his history with Gaviões da Fiel and highlighted how emotional it was to take part in the celebration. Hariel said he has followed the samba school since childhood and stated that singing for the Corinthians fans represents a dream come true.

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“I was joking. Today was a six-point match. Being at home, in front of the Gaviões crowd and the Corinthians fans, is very special. I’m very happy to be living this moment. I’ve followed many phases of Corinthians, I’ve sold corn at Gaviões’ Carnival rehearsals, I’ve been in the stands at Pacaembu and the Arena, and even in the VIP box. Being here today singing is an enormous satisfaction.

My uncle was a section leader at Gaviões during Carnival, and I used to go with him selling costumes and corn at rehearsals. I can say this samba school is part of my life. I’m a Corinthians fan and I have a very strong bond with Gaviões. When we sing here, some songs end up being left out. The song ‘Jack de Maçã Verde,’ for example, I don’t usually sing at this event. We adapt the setlist and put together a special show for such a special day.”

The singer also revealed that he took part in writing one of the competing sambas for next year’s Carnival and reaffirmed the affection he has for the samba school, regardless of the outcome of the contest.

“I’m extremely happy. Like I said, singing for these fans is a dream come true. Being here today with these guys is very special. I hope to have other opportunities like this. I also had the pleasure of taking part in writing a samba for next year’s Carnival. I hope our samba is chosen so this connection can continue. But if it doesn’t happen, I’ll still be happy. I’m Corinthians, I’m Gaviões, and I’ll always support the school. Today was a very special day and I’m incredibly happy.”

During the interview, Hariel also commented on his friendship with Memphis Depay. The artist revealed that the two recently exchanged gifts and said he intends to talk to the forward after the Netherlands national team’s elimination from the World Cup.

“That was the one I made and sent to him. Then he made one too and sent it to me. We ended up exchanging them. We have to ask him to stay, but first I’m going to let him cool off. He must be upset about this elimination, which ended up coming early. The guy prepared all year for it. I’ll give him a call in a little while.”

Memphis Depay was eliminated from the World Cup after the Dutch national team lost to Morocco in the penalty shootout. The forward is under contract with Corinthians until July 31, and the club remains in talks to try to keep him.

Known for his strong connection with Timão, MC Hariel frequently takes part in actions linked to the club. This year, the singer was involved in the launch of the shirt honoring Sabotage, in addition to having already performed at Neo Química Arena and produced content alongside Memphis Depay.

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