Erika on her future, farewell mood and changes needed at Corinthians

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·16 Desember 2025

Erika on her future, farewell mood and changes needed at Corinthians

By Mirella Ramos / Central do Timão Editorial Team

After the 1-0 victory over Palmeiras in the second leg of the Paulista Women's Championship final, held at Canindé, Corinthians ended the season as state runners-up, as the result was not enough to overturn the thrashing suffered in the first leg.

In the mixed zone after the final, defender Erika, who is at the end of her contract with the club, commented on the moment experienced by the Brabas. The defender spoke about the emotional atmosphere of the group, the possible departures from the squad, and the need for internal changes for the continuation of the work, as well as leaving her stay at Parque São Jorge open.

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Addressing the mood in the locker room after the final whistle, Erika highlighted the mix of feelings involving the runner-up finish and the farewell of some players, as well as emphasizing the team's different attitude in the second game of the decision.

“Well, about the end of the contract, I think it's normal, natural. Today, the tears were, I think, a mix of everything, right? Of some players leaving the squad and a runner-up finish. But I believe we believed until the end there. It was nice, it was important. We did differently, at least in attitude, in the desire we had in the first game”, the defender began.

Next, the defender commented on the future of the players leaving the club, the necessary mindset for those arriving at Corinthians, and the possibility of continuing to wear the black and white jersey next season.

“And now, keep a clear head, it's over, there's nothing to do. Those going to other clubs, other places, success, good luck, may they have the passion to move forward. Those coming here must come with a mindset of wanting to win everything, wanting to be a starter, to do things differently.”

“And I believe that if I have the opportunity to stay, we are talking, but I think things are heading in that direction. If I stay, well, I'll try to do something different, because we need to change, right? Keep a clear head and that's it”, she concluded.

Erika also spoke about the pressure that accompanies Corinthians after a trajectory marked by recent achievements, as well as commenting on how the 2025 season influenced her decision to continue playing after considering retirement at the beginning of the year.

“Once again, I always say and joke that when we win very easily, it's a lot of hype. Anything I say here is cool, it goes on social media. When you lose or when there are farewells like this, it's much more difficult. But I am aware of my work, aware of my season.”

“I know that football is collective, but I keep a clear head. You can be sure that what I was thinking at the beginning of the year about retiring, I want a little more. I want a little more because I saw that I had the conditions for it and to change some pieces there, change the mindset of some girls. I think that's important”, she assessed.

Corinthians concluded the 2025 women's football season with two titles: the Brazilian Championship and the Libertadores. The classic at Canindé marked the last official commitment of the Brabas before the start of preparations for 2026, which will include competitions such as the Copa das Campeãs and the FIFA Women's Club World Cup.

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