Rafael sizes up clash with Flamengo | OneFootball

After São Paulo’s 1-1 draw with Flamengo at the Maracanã in Rio de Janeiro (RJ) this Sunday (26), in a match valid for the 20th round of the Brasileirão, goalkeeper Rafael gave an interview.

“It’s always very difficult to play against Flamengo away from home, but we also knew our quality, and we already had everything planned regarding what we needed to do. I think it was a good match for those who watched it, an end-to-end game with several chances for both teams, but it was important for us to get a point. It’s always important to pick up points away from home, especially against a great team,” the player said.

Rafael also praised the team’s performance.

“I want to highlight everyone’s effort. I think, as I said before, after the break, we’ve had two good games. Of course, it’s still not enough for what we want, aim for, and wish for the fans, but we’re improving, we’re evolving. And may this draw serve as even more motivation for us to go after wins in the next matches and climb the table, which is what we want,” he concluded.

São Paulo’s next match will be against Grêmio on August 8 (Saturday) at 4 p.m. at the Arena do Grêmio in Porto Alegre (RS), as the Brasileirão continues.

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