Casemiro celebrates third World Cup, says Brazil dream fulfilled | OneFootball

Brazil national team midfielder Casemiro spoke about what it feels like to play in his third World Cup during a press conference held this Thursday (28). A veteran of the 2018 and 2022 World Cups, the player, who has made 84 appearances for the Seleção and scored eight goals, did not hesitate to show his happiness at being part of yet another call-up.

“The feeling of being in the national team squad and playing in a World Cup for Brazil is the greatest happiness. It’s a childhood dream, there’s no explanation. Only the people and the players who are here know how to express this happiness. Without a doubt, it’s a dream come true,” said the midfielder.

Casemiro also spoke about the integration between the group’s more experienced players and the younger athletes. For him, the 2026 World Cup represents an opportunity for these players to write their names into the history of the Brazil national team.

Casemiro during a press conference for the Brazil national team at Granja Comary, during preparations for the 2026 World CupCredits: Rafael Ribeiro/CBF

“Especially for those who are going to play in it for the first time, it’s a unique competition, because of the scale of the tournament, without a doubt. They have the opportunity to put their names in the history of Brazilian football,” he said. The defensive midfielder also gave his opinion on the blend of these more experienced players and the younger ones, stating that “this mix is important to win titles.”

Casemiro also highlighted his World Cup experience and called for caution in the tournament’s matches.

“It’s my third (World Cup), so of course I’ve been through a lot. But we know football has surprises, every game is different from the next. Of course I’ve played a lot of World Cup matches, I’ve played a lot of matches of this magnitude, but we know that at the World Cup it’s always decided by the details,” said the 34-year-old player.

Casemiro during an activation session with the Brazil national team at Granja Comary, in preparation for the 2026 World CupCredits: Rafael Ribeiro/CBF

In addition, the Brazil national team player commented on the importance of preparation at Granja Comary and the friendly against Panama next Sunday (31) at the Maracanã, before the trip to the United States.

“I think this start here at Granja is very important. The importance of being here and conveying the work that is being done. I think this match at the Maracanã will be a great connection with the Brazilian people. The Maracanã is a home of the Brazil national team. This connection and this farewell will be very important,” he concluded.

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