Athletico faces RB Bragantino this Wednesday (31) at 7 PM at home, in the first of two matchups in the Round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil. The Furacão qualified for the Round of 16 after eliminating Ypiranga in the third phase of the competition. One of the standout players of the team this year, defender Kaique Rocha projected this first duel and urged the team to stay focused.
“It will be a tough game, but we will be at home with the support of our fans, which is already an advantage for us. I’m very confident that we can come out with a victory, but for that, we need to stay concentrated and focused in both matchups; any slip-up can cost us dearly. It will be important to get a good result in our stadium; we will give our best,” said the defender.
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Athletico has been on the rise this season. In addition to advancing in the Copa do Brasil, the Furacão also qualified in the Copa Sudamericana after eliminating Cerro Porteño and returned to winning ways in the Brasileirão after three rounds. Kaique has been one of the most consistent players, with strong performances, and celebrated both the team’s and his individual good moment.
“We are confident; the qualification in the Copa Sudamericana and our return to winning in the Brasileiro are all starting to build confidence for the team. Individually, I feel very good this year; I’m dedicating myself in training and reaping the rewards of that work on the field. Now it’s about maintaining this growth because we want to fight for big things,” the player concluded.
