After scoring Flamengo’s winning goal against Criciúma, Gabigol spoke out about his contract and lashed out at the Rio de Janeiro club’s board of directors
This Saturday, 20th, the Flamengo won the Criciumaturning, in the Mane Garrinchawith a penalty goal scored by Gabigol. The striker came on in the second half, was cheered by the fans and, after the victory, gave an interview to the sound of “Fica, Gabigol”, a chant that echoed in the stands of the Brasília stadium.
In a statement to ‘Premiere’, Gabigol showed clear dissatisfaction with Flamengo’s board. “Everyone knows my wishes. Many things were agreed upon that were not fulfilled. They did not act in a good way, in my opinion, with an idol.”said the number 99.
The striker also spoke about the few opportunities he has been getting in Flamengo’s squad, mentioning his last match as a starter. However, Gabigol mentioned the work he has been doing and made it clear that he is currently playing for the Rio de Janeiro club. Regarding the future, the Flamengo idol left the suspense in the air and assured that anything can happen.
“Things are still up in the air, anything can happen. What I can do is dedicate myself to the maximum in training, which has never been lacking, to find my place and always try to get back into the rhythm of the game and play minutes. I have a lot of confidence in myself, I know what I can deliver, what I can do. I have to keep going like this, train hard and help Flamengo.” completed.
Finally, the striker spoke about his relationship with the Flamengo fans, which even after some episodes of conflict, seems intact. “Everywhere I go, I am very well received. The fans do something wonderful to me, I never expected to be so loved in all moments, good and bad.”commented Gabigol.
Source: sportbuzz
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