Mateo Ponte shows enthusiasm for the opportunity to play for Botafogo
Right-back Mateo Ponte did not hide his optimism about being part of the Botafogo team. Considered one of the most promising players in South America picked up by Alvinegro, the Uruguayan said he can develop his potential on Brazilian soil. In an interview with the newspaper Rádio DSports, the young man praised Brazilian football and his coexistence with his teammates at Glorioso. + Have you ever thought about being a football coach? Take part in our master class with Felipe Ximenes and discover the possibilities - I believe I came to the best league in South America to prove myself as a player, I have a lot to learn. I'm young, I'm learning. The decision to come here was my best decision because I believe I will learn a lot, just like the full-backs here. I hope to make the most of this opportunity – he said. The athlete, who played a few minutes against Bahia and Defensa Y Justicia, highlighted the peculiarities he has noticed in Brazilian football. - This is another football, completely dynamic. I believe it will help me a lot to be in this league and learn a lot from experienced players. They train and play differently here compared to Uruguay - he said. With Ponte at their disposal, Botafogo takes to the field on Saturday, the 16th, to face Atlético-MG, at Arena MRV, at 9pm. Follow Lance! G o o g l e news Most read 1 In the square Vini Jr. attitude towards Mbappé for Real Madrid draws attention online 2 On the Brasileirão field: see title chances after Botafogo's draw and Palmeiras' victory 3 On the field Botafogo fans blame partial defeat: 'It's an invitation to failure' 4 Launch! Biz How much did Rayssa Leal earn for winning the SLS stage in Tokyo? 5 Flamengo Flamengo's stadium has a capacity for 78 thousand people and is inspired by the European ones; Check out the photos from Lance's newsletter! Stay up to date on sports and your favorite team with just 1 minute of reading! Sign up for the best sports of your morning! Article More news Stay up to date! See more Botafogo Luiz Henrique and Alex Telles comment on the post about Botafogo's mentality 11/25/2024 - 11:17 am Botafogo Flamengo idol chooses favorite for Palmeiras x Botafogo in the Brasileirão 11/25/2024 - 08:05 am Botafogo Botafogo x Sub-23: where to watch the live, statistics and predictions 25/11/2024 - 07:00 Botafogo What explains Botafogo's decline in offensive skills? 25/11/2024 - 05:45 Botafogo Botafogo x Vitória: See what the referee's summary says about the expulsion of Tiquinho Soares 24/11/2024 - 15:18 Botafogo Textor plans duel Botafogo x Palmeiras: "We loved playing at your stadium" 24/ 11/2024 11/2024 - 1:40 pm Botafogo journalist criticizes Botafogo's performances: “They deserve to lose the title” 11/24/2024 - 12:01 pm Botafogo journalist sends a strong message to Botafogo fans: “It's fundamental” 11/24/2024 - 11:09 am