Duda Sampaio highlights his knowledge of Neo Química Arena and celebrates the milestone of 50 games for the Brazilian National Team
- By Mirella Ramos / Central do Timão Editorial
Last Saturday night (7), the Brazilian Women's Team beat the United States 2 x 1, at Neo Química Arena, in a friendly preparatory match for the 2027 Women's World Cup. The goals of the team led by Arthur Elias were scored by Tainá Maranhão and Bia Zaneratto.
After the match, Duda Sampaio gave an interview in the mixed zone and commented on the conditions of the Neo Química Arena pitch, a topic that was also addressed by members of the North American team after the match.
Photo: Will Anacleto
According to the midfielder, prior knowledge of the stadium and the field, where she regularly plays for Corinthians, ended up being a positive factor for the Brazilian team during the match.
"I think it's a positive point for us who train here. We know what Neo Química's pitch is like. It's a pitch where the ball runs a lot and it was very wet. I think, consequently, I myself had some falls there because of the pitch. But, in general, it's a pitch where the ball rolls and I'm sure that makes the game flow much faster."
In addition to playing in a stadium he knows well, Duda also enjoyed a special night wearing the Brazilian team's shirt. The player reached the milestone of 50 matches defending Brazil and highlighted the importance of the moment for her career in football.
The athlete highlighted her gratitude for the milestone achieved and stated that each call-up now has even more meaning in the final stretch of preparation for the 2027 World Cup.
"Without a doubt, it was very gratifying. I already said before, it was a very special moment for me. This number represents a lot of what has been built in my career and I am very happy to have been able to complete these 50 games here. I am sure that now not only the 50 games, but each game has a very big importance from now on. Next to the World Cup, we know it will be even more, so we can only be grateful. And being here at Corinthians too, as I said, makes the game today it's easier because we know the stadium, but also because of the structure that allows us to work hard to get here well prepared."
When asked about the possibility of playing in a World Cup at home next year, the number 5 responded briefly and demonstrated confidence in continuing to be part of the Brazilian team's plans.
"God willing!"
Brazil and the United States will face each other again next Tuesday (9), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Arena Castelão, in Fortaleza, in the second friendly match of this FIFA Date.
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