Renato Gaúcho came out swinging in the press conference after Grêmio’s tight 2-1 win over Fluminense in the CONMEBOL Libertadores round of 16. When a reporter hinted that Grêmio’s performance wasn’t up to snuff, Renato was quick to counter.
He challenged the reporter, asking, “What’s good for you? When will you be satisfied?” He firmly stated that his team’s objective is to win, not just entertain.
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He acknowledged a shaky first half but was quick to point out that the team turned things around after the break. They adjusted, fought hard, and managed to flip the script against a tough opponent. “You saw one game, I saw another,” Renato remarked, sticking to his guns that Grêmio showed up when it counted.
Questionado sobre o desempenho do Grêmio na vitória por 2 a 1 contra o Fluminense pela Libertadores, Renato Gaúcho foi direto na resposta: “O meu time tem que ganhar os jogos” pic.twitter.com/mG35B1HXla
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Reflecting on a recent match against Corinthians in the Copa do Brasil, Renato was upfront about Grêmio’s underperformance, which led to their exit via penalties. However, he stressed the higher stakes in the Libertadores, especially against the current champions, calling for toughness over spectacle.
Grêmio will face Bahia this Saturday at Alfredo Jaconi stadium in the Brasileirão.
