Brazilian midfielder Joelinton has a lot to celebrate. He got called up for the National Team for the first time in his career and has also scored a goal in his debut, the first one of Brazil"s win against Guinea by 4-1.
“I was dreaming in the bedroom, imagining this moment. First match with the National Team, it is a great pride. I was remembering the time as a child, from the first steps at Sport [a team from Pernambuco, in the Northeast of Brazil] and all the way here. There was a movie in my head. At the time of the goal it was a dream. I am very happy," he said during the halftime of the match.
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Joelinton had a good game with the Brazilian shirt. He was on the midfield, but the goal was the characteristic of a forward, because he took a second chance opportunity after goalkeeper Koné defended the ball.
Coach Ramon Menezes had a lot of praise for the player. Big Joe gave his place on the field for Bruno Guimarães, his companion at Newcastle, in the second half.
“Joelinton and Ayrton debuted very well, they played a great game. Joelinton confirmed everything we expected from this athlete. He is a very strong athlete, who can make a great contribution to the Brazilian team in the defensive and offensive phases," the coach analyzed.
Brazil plays again tomorrow (20) against Senegal, in Portugal. This will be the last match of the friendlies.
