Ayrton Lucas goes from ‘terrible’ to ‘best on the pitch’ and cements starting run at Flamengo | OneFootball

Ayrton Lucas starred in Flamengo’s 2-0 win over Independiente del Valle in Ecuador, reinforcing a marked resurgence in form at the club.

According to Globo.com, after the match in Quito, goalkeeper Rossi halted his team-mate’s interview to hail him as the best on the pitch, a moment that drew strong reaction on social media.

Ayrton said the team fought to the end, stressing they had to stay focused and that altitude could not be used as an excuse, adding that everyone tried to give their best.

His revival followed an admission of a terrible first half in the 4-0 win over Chapecoense, the first match after the World Cup, which proved a turning point.

He is now on a run of nine straight starts, capitalising on Alex Sandro’s absence since late July with tendinitis in his right calf.

If Alex Sandro does not return, Ayrton Lucas could keep his place against Corinthians on Sunday at the Maracanã in the Brasileiro. Flamengo lead the league by one point over Palmeiras.

Source: Globo.com

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