Defender says playing for Rio Branco is tougher than at Flamengo | OneFootball

Is playing for Rio Branco, from Espírito Santo, more difficult than playing for Flamengo?

Flamengo is mentioned even in Série D. That’s because, this Thursday (09), center back Rafael Vaz said he works harder at Rio Branco-ES than when he wore the Sacred Jersey. The 37-year-old player highlighted that he carries a lot of responsibility because of the career he has had.

— I joke with everyone that today I work more than when I was at Flamengo. Today I really have to work to live up to the name I have — said Vaz, who added:

— I know there is enormous weight on my name, on my shoulders, so I hope to always be up to whatever the coach needs from me. I know I’ll be ready — the defender said at a press conference.

Is there anyone else from Flamengo at Rio Branco?

The former Rubro-Negro shares the locker room with the brother of a player from Fla’s current squad. It is goalkeeper Andrey Ventura, a relative of Andrew, Rossi’s backup at Mengão. The goalkeeper for the Espírito Santo side is a starter, just like Rafael Vaz.

When did Rafael Vaz play for Flamengo?

Rafael Vaz wore the Sacred Jersey between 2016 and 2017. In total, he recorded two goals and one assist in 79 first-team matches for the club. The player won one Carioca Championship during that period.

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