Legend on the sands, Mão inspires Brazil Under-15 football hopefuls | OneFootball

Brazilian Beach Soccer legend, Mão, spoke with the U-15 National Football Team goalkeepers at Granja ComaryCredits: CBF

The coordinator of the Brazilian Beach Soccer National Teams and a legend of the sport, Mão, spoke this Wednesday (4th) with the goalkeepers called up for Brazil’s U-15 Football category, Arthur Lourenço, Daniel Arco, and Samuel Pereira, at Granja Comary. At 47 years old, with 30 years dedicated to his athletic career and 21 to the Yellow Jersey, he shared some of his experience with the young players, who are living their first moments with the National Team.

“I emphasized to them the importance of training both on and off the field. The goalkeeper must be prepared technically, physically, and mentally. The position has gained a lot of importance in a match, whether in technical development or in a more effective tactical participation, especially when playing with their feet,” he highlighted.

Accompanying the U-20 and Senior Men’s National Teams in training at Granja Comary, as they prepare for the final of the 2025 Conmebol Liga Evolución, he was invited by the U-15 National Team’s goalkeeper coach, Felipe Weber, to speak with the three athletes called up for the position.

With a degree in Physical Education and close to finishing law school, Mão always tells the Beach Soccer National Team athletes about the importance of keeping up with their studies alongside their professional careers.

“I wanted to share with them what I experienced and the benefits that studying brought to my life. I said that they have to respect the process of professional growth, work hard, but also have an off-field vision for the future, focusing on their studies. The academic aspect is essential. This will help them maintain focus and determination to wear the biggest football jersey on the planet,” he stated.

Before saying goodbye, the young players Arthur, Daniel, and Samuel asked a very special question: they wanted to know what it feels like to be a world champion from the greatest World Cup winner in Beach Soccer history, with six titles (five as a player and one as a coordinator).

“Playing in a World Cup is their dream too, and they wanted to know what it feels like to represent our country. I told them it is an incredible personal and professional satisfaction. It is the fulfillment of a dream and opens doors for a lifetime. It will be no different for them. They are hardworking boys, and I hope they are successful in their journeys,” Mão concluded.

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