Ex-Flamengo's Wesley does Antony's ‘controversial’ move, goes viral | OneFootball

Antony was heavily criticized because of the skill move he invented

The Brazil National Team trained this Friday (05) ahead of the friendly against Egypt on Saturday (06) in the United States. During the session, Wesley, former Flamengo full-back, copied a trademark move by Antony, Real Betis (ESP) forward, which had already been heavily criticized by the European press.

Wesley received the ball while joking around with defenders Marquinhos, from PSG (FRA), and Danilo, from Flamengo. Then, the former Rubro-Negro player controlled the ball and spun around, recreating the skill move Antony used to do when he played for Ajax (NED) and Manchester United (ENG).

The moment sparked buzz and laughter on social media. Some Brazil National Team fans joked about the situation, while others criticized the move, arguing that it does not create any advantage over opponents. As a result, the video quickly went viral.

CRITICIZED MOVE?

Antony used to perform this same move when he arrived in European football. However, the local press began to criticize the Brazilian. That was because the general view was that the play did not provide any competitive advantage over the defender. In fact, the winger was even harshly criticized by former midfielder Paul Scholes, a Manchester United idol.

WILL HE START?

The Brazil National Team is holding its final training sessions before facing Egypt. As such, Wesley, former Flamengo full-back, is expected to start against the African side. In addition, Léo Pereira, currently at Rubro-Negro, will also be in the starting XI.

WHEN DOES BRAZIL PLAY?

So, Brazil faces Egypt this Saturday (06), at 7 p.m. (Brasília time), in the United States, in the final friendly before the World Cup. As usual, Coluna do Fla will bring all the information about the match.

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