Casemiro has rejoined the squad following his early exit during our 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur, while Cunha is eager to secure a spot in Ancelotti’s plans for the upcoming significant tournament.
In a recent press conference, our summer acquisition from Wolverhampton Wanderers shared the depth of his desire to be included, particularly after he was left out of the 2022 squad in Qatar.
“That was a negative experience,” he reflected. “It was truly painful, but it taught me to become stronger. As a result, I now handle frustrations and achievements differently. I’ve matured significantly compared to the Matheus of three years ago.”
“Even seeing the squad announcement brings a level of anxiety. Because it’s your dream, it’s never easy to feel completely at ease. However, I try not to dwell on it too much; I focus on the next steps. I am always grateful and honored to be called up to the national team, so I prefer to concentrate on the present.”
“You know how fierce the competition is and how many talented players there are in Brazil. That definitely impacts you and can create anxiety, but it also fills you with pride when your name appears on the list.”
