Felipe Longo shines in second test, Dorival pleased at Corinthians | OneFootball

The young goalkeeper Felipe Longo shone in the Corinthians' 1-0 victory over Vitória last Saturday at Barradão, leaving coach Dorival Júnior pleased with his performance.

This was the second game for Hugo Souza's backup in the professional team, and the improvement compared to his debut, when he conceded three goals, was remarkable. In the match in Salvador, Felipe Longo did not concede any goals, made two important saves inside the area, and prevented Vitória from having clear chances to equalize in the final minutes.

Among the saves, his intervention on Renzo López's header in the final minutes stood out, securing the three points for Timão.

Dorival Júnior made it clear that, at the moment, the goalkeeper is the second option and explained the reason for surpassing Donelli in the hierarchy.

“There was a negotiation for Donelli, it was practically finalized. Longo was in a process of evolution, growing at every moment. I made a choice, but in no way diminishing Donelli, on the contrary. Awaiting the negotiation results, it is natural. Longo has grown during this period,” said the Corinthians coach.

“(Felipe Longo) Has been prepared by Marcelo and our two high-level coaches, placing several goalkeepers in the national teams, both in the main team with Hugo and in the youth teams. This draws attention. The important thing is that they continue fighting, continue competing for positions, putting pressure on Hugo, showing that they are also present and capable of fighting for the position. That's all we want. The more competition, the more individual evolution, and the collective gain,” concluded Dorival.

Felipe Longo, in turn, celebrated the opportunity and stated that he feels at home at the club.

“I have been at Corinthians since I was eight years old. It is a dream come true to play professionally. I am very happy with the club's trust and the victory,” said the 20-year-old goalkeeper.

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