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Uruguay striker defended his teammate after claims from a Brazilian midfielder that the Canarinho were a superior team.
Uruguayan football legend Luis Suarez fired back at Brazilian midfielder Andreas Pereira for the Fulham midfielder's comments ahead of their Copa America quarter-final clash.
Uruguay beat Brazil via penalty shootout in the early hours of this morning, and while Suarez watched on from the bench, he was active after the game, celebrating with his teammates and speaking in interviews after the game.
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Prior to kick-off, Pereira, who was once on the books of Manchester United, stated that Brazil were favourites because they had superior players. After the victory, Suarez ensured to fire back.
What Suarez said
“We have the best midfielders in the world, top-level players,” Suarez told reporters, per GOAL. “To talk about Uruguay, you have to have a little more respect and know the history of Uruguay.
"Before I say which players want to be on the Brazilian national team, I have to say that the person who made that comment was [Giorgian] De Arrascaeta’s reserve [at Flamengo], who is the best player in Brazilian football. So imagine what it’s like for us to hear that."
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Pereira was forced to clarify his statement, however, explaining that he meant no disrespect for Uruguay, as he was only backing his team.
“I simply said that I preferred it and I think our players are better, so if they used that to their advantage, they can do whatever they want. But at no time did I show any disrespect towards Uruguay."
Meanwhile, Uruguay will play Colombia in the semi-final of Copa America in four days.
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