The club’s forward has underlined the value of the cup competition to the team, recalling the narrow margin that separated them from eliminating Flamengo during the 2025 edition.
Reflecting on that tie, the attacker said the squad had come close to removing the Brazilian side from the tournament. The near miss remains a reference point as the club approaches the cup with renewed importance.
For the forward, the competition carries particular weight within the club, with the Flamengo encounter illustrating how fine the margins can be in continental knockout football.
