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As a result of his role in Fluminense’s Copa Libertadores victory, MARCELO was filled with emotion.
The 35-year-old former left-back for Real Madrid returned to his childhood team in 2023 after a brief stay at Olympiacos.
At the age of 13, the Brazilian started his career as a youth player with the Rio de Janeiro team.
After making his debut in 2005, he quickly moved to Real Madrid in 2007 and went on to become a legend for Los Blancos, earning five Champions League titles and six LaLiga titles.
Still, nothing in the world could possibly top being a part of Fluminense’s historic triumph, even with all of his achievements in the game.
In a thrilling championship game at the Maracana, Marcelo’s team defeats Boca Juniors.
Fluminense took the lead thanks to German Cano, but Luis Advincula equalized in the 72nd.
The game went into extra time because neither team was able to force a late winner.
John Kennedy’s goal in the 99th minute was sufficient to secure Fluminense’s first-ever Copa Libertadores victory.
But he got sent off for leaping into the seats to celebrate the eventual winner.
Frank Fabra’s red evening up the teams when he SLAPPED a rival player gave both teams ten men when the game ended.
Marcelo was substituted after 80 minutes of play.
And he disregarded his age by running onto the field to celebrate with his teammates after the final whistle blew to end the game.
It was clear what it meant to Marcelo, teams streaming down his face.
Supporters couldn’t help but smile with him.
One commented while the game was still going on, saying, “Look how much this means to Marcelo.” This game needs to be won by Fluminense.”
“Marcelo after winning Copa Libertadores with his boyhood club Fluminense,” another user wrote. repeatedly successful. Folklore.”
Another was shared: “Marcelo began his career at Fluminese, went to Real Madrid, won everything, went back to Fluminese and won the Copa Libertadores.”
A fourth person said, “Marcelo deserves this opportunity.” For the first time in their 121-year history, Fluminese have won the Copa Libertadores.”