“She has the best players in Brazil.”

Corinthians

After a match that was less than expected last Wednesday (20), when Corinthians drew 1-1 with Portuguesa-RG away from home, in the first match of the third stage of the Copa do Brasil, fans were taken aback. Comments from one of the club’s biggest competitors. This is because striker Jonathan Calleri of Sao Paulo praised the white-and-white crew.

The Sao Paulo striker gave an interview to ESPN from his native Argentina, where he talked about some of the best players and key teams in national football. During the conversation, he mentioned players from Atletico Mineiro, Flamengo and Corinthians as key players in the Brazilian championship. In particular, he highlighted the trio of veteran midfielders from Corinthians.

“They have very strong teams, like Flamengo, Atletico Mineiro and Palmeiras. Corinthians also have a great squad with many personalities like Renato Augusto, Paulinho and Willian. I think there are a lot of good players. I think that besides Flamengo, the team has the best players in Brazil.” Next, he commented on who the main athlete is.

“I think, today, the best is the chassis. He is a player who far outperforms the level in Brazil,” commented the striker, who has put himself in the fight for Brazil’s artillery alongside Riyadi and Gabigol, from Flamengo. Thanks to praise from one competitor, Corinthians prepare to face another: Palmeiras. The match, valid for the third round of the Brazilian League, will take place on Saturday (23), at 7 pm, at Allianz Parque Stadium.