Jair on joy and shock at first Brazil call-up: “I was in shock”
Defender Jair is experiencing his first moments with Brazil’s senior national team this Monday (21). The smile on the face of someone fulfilling a childhood dream was there from the moment he arrive...
Jair, a Brazilian defender, is feeling a mix of joy and shock as he has been called up to the senior national team for the first time at just 21 years old. During a video posted on social media, he can be seen visibly surprised as he hears his name announced among 26 players selected by Brazil's head coach, Carlo Ancelotti. Jair expressed immense happiness, crediting his dream of representing his country since childhood.
He acknowledged the reality of the moment, saying he knew he had a chance of being called up, but still found the announcement an incredible emotion. Jair, who grew up in Orlândia, near São Paulo, will reunite with his childhood friend Gabriel Bontempo, who also played for Santos. Both will participate in friendlies against Australia and India, with the former match scheduled for the 25th and the latter on the 29th.
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