Danilo on sacrifices in Flamengo’s fight for Libertadores title | OneFootball

Author of Flamengo's goal in the Libertadores title win this Saturday against Palmeiras in Lima, defender Danilo revealed that the team went through great sacrifices throughout the continental tournament campaign. He even stated that he has been playing with an edema.

“I always imagined reaching far. Not this far, but I didn't imagine it would be so difficult. Everyone has their sacrifices. I asked in the locker room for us to put our spirit into these sacrifices that no one sees. I've had an edema since the first game against Palmeiras in the Brasileirão. Allow yourself to dream,” he told TV Globo.

Danilo also dedicated the title to his father, who couldn't go to Lima due to the passing of his sister.

“Today is a special day. Yesterday, my aunt passed away, and my father had to return. He is a Flamengo fan and is watching in Bicas with the crowd. I wanted to dedicate this victory to my family and especially to my father. I always imagined reaching far,” he concluded.

With the 1-0 victory over Palmeiras this Saturday, Flamengo became the Brazilian team with the most titles in the history of the competition: a total of four. Besides 2025, the club won in 1981, 2019, and 2022.

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