Liberta’s top scorer, with 9 goals, Júnior Santos gave Bota the victoryVitor Silva/Botafogo
Published 05/09/2024 07:30
“Even though we have little time, we can train well, we have intelligent players, who can assimilate what he asks. We have managed to do that, move well during games”, said Júnior Santos.
The number 11 also spoke about Artur Jorge’s request when marking. In this sense, Júnior highlighted that the idea is to advance the lines and put pressure on the opponent, regardless of the score.
“One thing he always asks is that the defensive part starts at the front. So, even if we are winning, we continue to put pressure on the opponent, the line continues to rise. Players at the back are also doing a great job. Praising our defense, they were very well”, said the attacker.
“Congratulations to the whole group. We played a great collective game, the individual team stood out. Hugo also played a great game, it’s worth highlighting. He went there, scored the goal and helped us. Botafogo is not just the one who scored the goal, it’s everyone who is committed, the coach, who gives the plan… We embrace it and get the victory”, highlighted the number 11.
Júnior Santos, in fact, is already marked in Botafogo’s history. The striker is Alvinegro’s top scorer in the history of the Libertadores. He has nine goals in eight games for Glorioso in the continental competition.
“It’s an extra feeling, an extra desire, that we take to the field. When the Libertadores anthem plays, especially for me. I’ve always watched from home, I’ve always seen great players play in the Libertadores. I’m going to make the most of it”, said Júnior Santos.
