Aged only 24, Danilo aspires to experience the emotions of this prestigious competition himself, after seeing his compatriots shine on the European stage. After playing as a substitute in the first leg against PSV, Danilo will be hoping to start in the second leg at Philips Stadium, where he has already scored a goal during his spell at Feyenoord.
If Rangers manage to qualify for the Champions League group stage by winning this crucial match, it would be a tremendous achievement for the young Brazilian striker. Even though he has already made his Brazilian family proud by becoming a professional player, reaching the group stages of the competition alongside his heroes would be a dream come true.
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The aspirations of Danilo, the prodigy of Rangers
Danilo says: “The Champions League means a lot to me. It’s a dream I’ve had since I was a kid. The first leg at Ibrox was my first Champions League game as a player on the pitch. Before that, I was only on the bench with Ajax. I will do everything possible to achieve this dream that has driven me since I was young.”
For many young Brazilian players, watching the Champions League on television and dreaming of participating in it is a source of inspiration. When they hear the Champions League anthem, it gives them chills and fuels their adrenaline.
