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Scorer of the goal that led the way to the team’s 5-0 victory over Bolivia, defender Marquinhos celebrated the result and Brazil’s performance on their debut in the 2022 World Cup Qualifiers, but avoided the euphoria.
– We are happy for the performance, for the plan executed. We wanted to wear that shirt, go out on the field and do what we love. All the details are important for us to grow. The road is long to the World Cup, you have to gain strength and gain strength and everything starts from here – said Marquinhos.
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Marquinhos, goal, Brazil x Bolivia – Photo: Buda Mendes / Pool via Reuters
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The defender of Paris Saint-Germain and the national team praised the team’s attitude in the second half. Even with the lead on the scoreboard, Brazil kept up the intensity, made it 5-0 and created opportunities for an even bigger win.
Marquinhos also commented on the position of Tite, who kept screaming until the final moments for the team to continue attacking:
– Our focus is always on the present moment, on doing what we do best, respecting opponents and continuing to play aggressive, forward, scoring goals. We have a commander who likes to talk a lot, to guide, it’s important because during the game the strategy changes, the opponent changes, so he communicates a lot, and that’s great.
Brazil returns to the field next Tuesday, when it faces Peru, in Lima, at 9pm. With the win, the national team leads the playoffs.
– It is always important to get victories, no matter if it is at the beginning, in the middle or at the end (of the competition). We know how it is, difficult games, inside and outside the home, every point is important. moreover, with the idea and the strategy that we have. That’s why it was so important today – said the defender.
