Internacional HubInternacional won the Campeonato Gaúcho after a long wait, and goalkeeper Anthoni highlights the importance of Roger Machado in the victory.
Who was responsible for the win?
The win had special meaning for Internacional, not just because of the long wait since their last title in 2016, but also because of how the team performed in the finals against Grêmio.
In the first match, Internacional won 2-0, and the 1-1 draw in the second game secured the trophy.
What did Anthoni say about Roger Machado?
Anthoni stated that the key to success was Roger Machado's solid work, who along with his technical team knew how to put the players on the right path.
“I celebrate, I'm happy to remember the beginning of Roger's trajectory, when he arrived and presented himself. I think this is the result of his commission's work and the players' dedication.”, said Anthoni.
What is Roger Machado's philosophy?
The impact of Roger in the locker room was also a point highlighted by Anthoni. The coach always made it clear to the players that when they wear the Internacional jersey, they carry with them the responsibility of honoring the club's tradition, regardless of how long they've been on the team.
“Roger always made it very clear to us: from the moment you wear a club's jersey, you also carry its history, it's not just the moment”, said the goalkeeper.
| Date | Score |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 2-0 |
| 2025 | 1-1 |
