Brazil-Chile – Ronaldo: “I have some new opponents: the posts”

BEBETO (20)

“We will continue to play with the same determination as we did today. Now it’s a matter of winning and winning. We’re not going to get big-headed. Unlike ZAGALLO, I preferred the first half, since we scored three goals. I’d rather BRAZIL play badly but win. We had a bit of luck in scoring the first goal quickly. We played better as a team than in the other games.”

TAFFAREL (1)

“We were very determined during this match. The number of goals is not as important as the way we played. I think the team has played very well, despite getting off to a nervous start.”

RIVALDO (10)

“This was Brazil’s best match. We were able to keep up the momentum after a good start. Of course, during the second half we were better organised and played better as a team. And I think winning is taking some pressure off and that is reflected in our game. We’re making fewer errors in our passes, and that makes us even more hungry to score. We were better positioned in the second half. In fact, after the first goal we relaxed a bit. I’m certain that we’re going to make the Brazilian supporters happy.

 
CESAR SAMPAIO (5)

“There was no shortage of scoring opportunities. The first goal came from a move that we had worked on a great deal in training. We’re going have to keep working and perfect the gift that God has given us — the gift of playing football. I also thank God for this win… and the coach for the confidence that he has placed in me. We’re one step closer to our objective.”

 ROBERTO CARLOS (6)

“I’m pleased that the coach said I was BRAZIL’s best player tonight. I’ve always wanted to score a goal against CHILE, and I’m getting closer and closer. My father taught me that anything worthwhile requires hard work. Today I got to play left wing, and I felt as though I was back playing for Real Madrid, thanks to the support of RONALDO (9) and DUNGA (8). I’m also very happy for RONALDO who broke the spell that was hanging over him.”

 RONALDO (9)

“It was BRAZIL’s best match so far. I really wanted to score. These goals tasted sweet, but they just whetted my appetite for more. I have some new opponents: the posts. If those two shots had not ricocheted off the posts, I would have been among the top goalscorers of the World Cup. Today you saw a fast, creative and unbridled BRAZIL side. That’s the BRAZIL that everyone wants to see. My goals paved the way to victory. When the team helps me, I can help the team.”