Brazil legends
Brazil legends Brazil and Mexico legends will face off at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City in a match celebrating football Credits: Rafael Ribeiro/CBF The day has arrived. The much-anticipated meeting between Mexico and Brazil legends is stirring the Mexican capital for the reopening of the Azteca Stadium, now renamed Banorte. A friendly match that will bring together renowned stars from both countries in a celebration of the beautiful game and the magic this sport represents.
Over the last three days, fans have been able to enjoy the presence of historic names who thrilled crowds on pitches around the world. When they take the field at 8 p. m.
Brasília time, Brazil Legends will kick off this new CBF project aimed at valuing and honoring players who made the yellow jersey the most feared and important in world football. In total, there are 12 world champions with the Brazilian National Team, in addition to other athletes and coaching staff members who represented the country in World Cups. To lead this constellation, none other than Jairzinho, the Hurricane of the 1970 World Cup, the only player to score in every match for his country in a World Cup and the top scorer of that tournament, with 7 goals.
Fitness coach Moraci Santana and Jairzinho together in a Brazil Legends training session in Mexico City Credits: Rafael Ribeiro/CBF "It is a memory and a pleasure to be once again in this wonderful city, among these sensational people who have always applauded Brazilian football," highlighted the Hurricane. For former striker Adriano, even though it is a celebratory match, representing the national team is an honor. "For me, it is always important to wear the national team shirt.
We know we have responsibility, and I hope we can put on a great performance. " Gilberto Silva, a 2002 world champion, reveals his joy at representing the Seleção once again. "It is a source of pride above all, and to make this joy even greater, reuniting with friends I played with, others I cheered for a lot, who are idols, and having this moment that ends up becoming very special for all of us.