Former Flamengo goalkeeper Gabriel Batista assists in Portuguese classic

Former player of Flemishgoalkeeper Gabriel Batista experienced an unusual moment in his career, last Sunday (11). The Brazilian was responsible for providing an assist in the 3-3 draw between Santa Clara and Nacional, for Portuguese Championship.

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When Santa Clara lost the match 3-2, Gabriel Batista took advantage of a corner kick in the last play of the game, went to the area and assisted with a header for Elias Manoel's goal. The athlete commented on the unusual achievement in his career.

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– I don't really have the habit of going to the area during corners, even at the end of the match. But this time I went. We knew the importance of the match, mainly due to the fact that we managed to lead 2-0 and suffered a comeback. Thank God I was lucky enough to deflect and Elias was happy to finish it into the net. It was total joy. I left celebrating a lot. I have a very special affection for this club and I always want to be able to help, no matter what. We value the draw because the Portuguese league is very difficult. Taking a point home is to be celebrated.

Santa Clara experienced a historic season in 2024/2025. The team finished the Portuguese Championship in 5th, with 57 points, the club's highest score ever, which earned a place in the Conference League. For Gabriel Batista, the season was memorable: he became the goalkeeper with the most clean sheets for Santa Clara and was voted the best goalkeeper in the competition by Portuguese newspapers.

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Santa Clara returns to the field on Sunday (18), against Famalicão, in the Portuguese Championship, at 12:30 pm (Brasília time).

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