March 24th 2023.
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) Brazil were knocked out of the 2022 World Cup at the quarter-final stage and Manchester United's Casemiro has been named their new captain, replacing Chelsea's Thiago Silva. The 31-year-old has been an influential figure for his club, as well as his country, since his senior debut in 2011, picking up 69 caps and winning the 2019 Copa America.
At the press conference, Casemiro stated that although Thiago Silva has not officially retired from international duty yet, he feels prepared to take on the armband and the responsibility that comes with it. He also expressed that regardless of the title, the experienced players have the right to speak, as respect is earned on the pitch. Thiago Silva, who has picked up 113 caps for Brazil, is yet to announce his retirement.
(Image Source: https://metro.co.uk) Brazil's elimination from the 2022 World Cup at the quarter-final stage has seen Casemiro replace Thiago Silva as the national team's captain. The Manchester United midfielder has been a standout performer in the Premier League this season, having been a key figure for his country since making his senior debut in 2011 and helping them to win the 2019 Copa America.
At a press conference, Casemiro expressed his gratitude for the trust placed in him and stated that, regardless of the title he held, he and the other experienced players had the privilege and the right to voice their opinions. Despite Silva's 113 caps for the nation, it seems his international career is yet to officially come to an end.
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