Pablo Maia comments on the beginning of work with Dorival Jr

pablo maiaof São Paulobroke the silence about Dorival Jr. and the start of the coach’s work on his return to the club. The defensive midfielder was one of the highlights in the 1-0 victory over Ituano which ensured the presence of Tricolor in the round of 16 of the Brazil’s Cup. With the new commander, the 21-year-old athlete was the starter in the 90 minutes of the match.

“I had a great affection for Rogério (Ceni), he is an idol and he taught me a lot. Dorival arrived and also talks a lot with us. I was able to play both games with him, we won two and I am very satisfied with my performance.”, scored Pablo Maia. The player also highlighted his goals for the rest of the season.

“I have to continue with this mentality, to evolve with each game, to always do my best on the field for the São Paulo”spiked. “We have three competitions ahead of us and it’s important to have the whole squad. (O) It is important to take São Paulo further and further, to fight for these titles. I’ve been preparing for this, to always be available and play my football when asked. Today I see a Pablo already different from when I was promoted, more experienced, mature”.

TALK, PROFESSOR!

After a 0-0 draw at Morumbi, Tricolor had the help of wellington mouse to beat Ituano by 1-0 on the night of last Tuesday, 25th, at the Novelli Júnior stadium. After the ball stopped rolling, Dorival Jr opened up about the work he has been doing to regain the confidence of the São Paulo squad.

“We are using a lot of video and frames to look for corrections and present possibilities. There is an important awareness, they are attentive to what we are requesting. It’s not ideal, but we’re improving a little bit every game.”he stated. “It was a very important result for our sequence. Going through a difficult phase, with what the opponent demanded”.

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