Depay shocked by Flamengo’s Paquetá spend, says Corinthians outclassed | OneFootball

Memphis Depay Praised Flamengo to Highlight Corinthians' Super Cup Title

In football, the best team doesn't always win. On Sunday (01), Corinthians defeated Flamengo 2-0 and lifted the Supercopa do Brasil at the Mané Garrincha Stadium. Star of the champion team, Memphis Depay lavished praise on the Rubro-Negro, was impressed by the club's investment in Lucas Paquetá, and admitted that the team from São Paulo is behind in terms of structure.

— First of all, we have to respect Flamengo. They have a good team, better financial structure, and just signed Paquetá for 40 million euros. But on the field, the ball is round. We believe in ourselves, no matter who we face — said Depay, in an interview after the Super Cup title.

It is worth noting that Depay got the investment amount by Flamengo in Lucas Paquetá wrong. After all, the Rubro-Negro paid 42 million euros, or R$ 260 million for the midfielder. With this, the new number 20 of Mengão is the most expensive signing in the history of Brazilian football.

DID YOU KNOW?

Memphis Depay and Lucas Paquetá played together in Europe, at Lyon (FRA). The Dutchman played for the French team from 2016/17 until 2020/21. Meanwhile, the Flamengo graduate was at the same club from 2020/21 to 2022/23. Later, the Corinthians player moved to Barcelona (ESP), and the Rubro-Negro went to England, where he played for West Ham.

HOW DID MEMPHIS DEPAY AND PAQUETÁ PERFORM IN THE SUPERCUP?

Memphis Depay and Lucas Paquetá almost scored goals in the Super Cup. The Dutchman even found the net in the second half, but the referee called offside. Meanwhile, the midfielder missed an incredible chance in the final minutes of the match, shooting over from close range.

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