On July 3, Brazil will face their toughest opponent in Group D, Colombia, in the last round of the Copa America group stage. Before the game, Brazil’s starting goalkeeper Alisson attended the press conference with head coach Dorival, previewing the game and answering questions about the current atmosphere within the Brazilian team.
As Brazil’s starting goalkeeper in the last two World Cups, and having won the Copa America in 2019, what are your thoughts on this? Alisson: The length and stability of a career are closely related, I want to be the best goalkeeper for Brazil, England, and even the world. Training is key. I always train hard and make sure I am always ready. The competition in the Brazilian goal is very fierce, Ederson and other goalkeepers are also excellent, but I focus on maintaining consistency. I think that’s why the coach has always trusted me and allowed me to wear the Brazilian national team jersey.
What are your thoughts on Brazil’s only goal conceded in this Copa America coming from a long-range shot? Alisson: Other teams often try to threaten our goal with long-range shots when they face Brazil. Preventing long-range shots requires the effort of the whole team, so I’m not fighting alone. We need to minimize the threat to our goal, if we keep a clean sheet, we will be closer to victory.
About the team’s prospects in the Copa America? Alisson: Our mentality is to fight in every game, so there is no need to consider the quarter-finals, potential opponents, or logistical issues. If we don’t qualify or win tomorrow, there will be no confidence to speak of. Right now, our focus is on Colombia.
About the threat from your Liverpool teammate Diaz? Alisson: He is a good guy, a great player, he is a huge threat for any opponent, and tomorrow will be no different. Colombia is in a great period right now, we’re facing a strong team.
What is your assessment of Vinicius, who has been performing well for both Real Madrid and the national team? Alisson: When a player wears the national team jersey, he takes on the responsibility and demands from the outside world. We come to the national team, not only facing external pressure, but also motivating ourselves. I think Vinicius will reach the same level he has at Real Madrid, but first and foremost, we are a team. Vinicius deserves the title of the world’s best player, if winning the Copa America can help him achieve that, we will be very happy.
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