Angelina, the newly arrived Brazilian midfielder for the Orlando Pride, shares her experiences and values the presence of Brazilian teammates, highlighting how they ease her transition onto the field.
Angelina embarks on a new journey this season as she takes on the challenge of playing for the Orlando Pride. Since day one, she has been actively participating in the team’s training sessions, and she recently spoke about her adaptation process while emphasizing the significance of having other Brazilians on the team.
With her sights set on the season ahead, Angelina has fully committed to her training regimen. Aware of the team’s challenges, she elaborated on how she felt during their training sessions.
“The training sessions have been quite intense as we’re building up our endurance and strength to endure the season well,” the athlete pointed out.
The team environment has also been crucial in Angelina’s adaptation process. The presence of fellow Brazilians, with whom she has grown accustomed to sharing training periods with the national team, has made her day-to-day life lighter.
“My adaptation has been smooth and enjoyable. Knowing some of the girls on the team already has been immensely helpful for me, both on and off the field,” the athlete began.
“Having other Brazilians here has been special. They bring joy to our daily routines and make me feel more at ease on the field,” she added.
This season, Angelina has the support of Brazilian teammates Marta, Rafaelle, Luana, and Adriana by her side. The team is gearing up for their debut match against Racing Louisville on March 16th.
As Angelina settles into her new role with the Orlando Pride, her positive outlook and camaraderie with her Brazilian counterparts will strengthen the team’s dynamics both on and off the field.
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