Anderson Barros opened the game about the silence that Palmeiras adopted in the last few matches after some controversies with the arbitration
O palm trees was eliminated by São Paulo at Brazil’s Cup and broke a silence that had lasted three games. Since the refereeing error in the match against Athletico-PR at the Brazilian, Abel Ferreira and the cast did not speak to the press further. The attitude taken by Verdão was criticized by many and seen as controversial, since it took place during the worst moment of the team in the 2023 season.
During the night of last Thursday, the 13th, after the 2-1 defeat by Palmeiras to São Paulo at Allianz Parque, Anderson Barros gave a press conference and vented about the silence adopted by the alviverde team. According to what was said by the director of football, the press conferences would not continue in case of victory and classification in the Copa do Brasil. In addition, he made a point of saying that Verdão never stopped expressing himself on social networks.
“That’s not why (silence) we didn’t win. We made a decision that was what we thought was best for the cast. We would keep that decision if we won today. Palmeiras never silenced, it continues to position itself for the fan, the confederation. We found this decision to shield the cast, as our president said. Palmeiras doesn’t shut up, they always want the best football and they take a stand for it“, he explained.
Anderson Barros also vented about the future of Abel Ferreira and commented on the possibility of new reinforcements arriving at Palmeiras!
“Yes (Abel asked for reinforcements), he is a demanding and competitive coach. He demands us all the time, but he is also aware of what we do on a daily basis. We are aware of what we are doing, it is not by chance that Palmeiras fights for everything it disputes“, he explained. This demand from Abel Ferreira is highly valued by Anderson Barros, who hopes for the technician to continue his contract.
“Abel is a professional in the conception of the word. Abel’s quest is always for the best football possible, he always brings situations for him to evolve. This brings up discussions, but Abel is aware that what Palmeiras offers is what the athletes bring to them. I believe that this relationship between Abel and Palmeiras will continue until the end of the contract“, he completed in a calm tone about the continuity of Abel Ferreira in Palmeiras.
Source: sportbuzz
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