Despite a challenging start at Spurs, marked by the pressure of a £60 million transfer fee and the daunting task of filling Harry Kane’s shoes, Richarlison has found his stride. In recent months, he’s emerged as a key player for Tottenham, consistently finding the back of the net with the right service.
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Still, Richarlison’s dedication to Brazilian football shines through in his own words. When asked about his favorite team, he couldn’t choose just one. “Can it be two? Fluminense or Vasco. My whole family is Vasco, I’m a tricolour because I played there, but I’m Vasco. This is the first time I’ve mentioned my team in Brazil. It’s those two teams and América-MG too,” he shared with Globo Esporte.
His commitment to Brazil is one of the reasons he sometimes arrives at Hotspur Way grumpy after staying up late to watch the Brasileiro Serie A.
This confession reveals his split loyalty between Fluminense, Vasco, and América-MG, noting his deep ties to his homeland’s football culture.
Richarlison’s late-night match viewings and resulting tiredness might concern Tottenham’s coaching staff. However, as long as he continues to deliver goals, his nocturnal habits are likely seen as a minor issue in the grand scheme of things.
