Paulo Henrique on first Seleção call-up: "Childhood dream come true" | OneFootball

The right-back Paulo Henrique, from Vasco, is experiencing one of the most remarkable moments of his career. Called up at the last minute to defend the Brazilian National Team in the friendlies against South Korea and Japan, the player replaces Wesley, from Roma, who was cut due to injury. The call-up represents the athlete's first opportunity with the Yellow Jersey.

On Asian soil, the Vasco player described with emotion what he is feeling at the beginning of his journey with the group led by coach Carlo Ancelotti.

“The feeling is of a dream come true, a childhood dream, for my whole family, for everyone who supports me, my friends, everyone who dreamed of this moment with me. I am really very happy, really tired because everything was very rushed, the trip was very long, but nothing surpasses the feeling of gratitude to God and joy for representing the National Team,” he said.

Paulo Henrique is one of Vasco's highlights this season and now tries to seize the chance to prove himself in the National Team environment. The right-back assured he is prepared to contribute and learn with the group.

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“It's a really cool opportunity. If I have the chance to play, I will try to seize this opportunity in the best way possible, study the teams a lot, understand how they play, and try to exploit the gaps they leave. We have a whole staff that will provide us with the path, the best information, and tactical functions. I want to make the most of my time here and learn a lot,” he stated.

With the right-back integrated, the Brazilian squad is complete for the FIFA Date commitments. Brazil faces South Korea this Friday at 8 am (Brasília time) at the Seoul World Cup Stadium and takes on Japan next Tuesday (14th) at 7:30 am at Tokyo Stadium.

In the first training sessions in South Korean territory, Ancelotti led activities on a reduced field, focusing on offensive movements, but has not yet revealed the lineup that should start the friendly.

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