William Gomes and Brazil call-up: “It’s hard, but it’s my dream” | OneFootball

William Gomes gave an interview to Globoesporte, in which he discussed various topics. Among them, the young FC Porto winger, capped twice by Brazil at under-17 level, did not hide his goal of reaching the senior national team:

“We have to believe and visualize good things. We know how difficult it is, because Brazil has many quality players, but it’s a dream I have. I’ve already had the opportunity to represent the youth national teams, so I know what a great privilege that is. One of my goals is to reach the senior national team. I can see myself doing that, so I’m preparing every day. I don’t know when it will happen, whether in this cycle or another, but I’ll keep working so that when the opportunity comes, I’m ready.”

William Gomes praised Neymar and Vinícius Júnior, two players who inspire him, as well as Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi:

“I take a lot of inspiration from Neymar and Vini Jr., because they are players with traits I see as similar to mine. Before games, I try to watch videos of them, observe the things they do, and try to carry that out on the pitch. Cristiano Ronaldo and Messi also inspire me because of everything they’ve done, the talent they have, and the work they put in. Neymar is the only one I’ve met. I’ve taken a photo with him, did an event with Puma, and ran into him at a restaurant. He was the only idol I’ve met in person.”

William Gomes has not forgotten São Paulo:

“I always try to keep up with them. Usually, the games are on very late here [in Portugal], but when I can, I follow them closely. It’s a club I’m very fond of, and I believe my story at São Paulo isn’t over yet. I think there are many things I haven’t achieved and I still have a lot to accomplish at the club. It’s something that’s on my mind. Sometimes I’m even surprised by the affection the fans have for me.”

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