Martinelli Honored for 250th Fluminense Appearance
Fluminense midfielder Martinelli was celebrated before Saturday’s match against Sport Recife, marking his 250th game for the club.The “Moleque de Xerém” (Youth of Xerém), a term referring to players developed in Fluminense’s youth system, received a commemorative jersey from club president Mário Bittencourt and vice-president Mattheus Montenegro upon entering the Maracanã for warm-ups. The jersey featured the number 250 and his name.
Key Player in Title-Winning Campaigns
In his 250 appearances, Martinelli has scored 11 goals and has been instrumental in Fluminense’s recent successes. He played a important role in the club’s Copa Libertadores title in 2023 and the Recopa Sudamericana victory in 2024. Additionally, he contributed to the Campeonato Carioca (Rio de Janeiro State Championship) titles and taça Guanabara wins in both 2022 and 2023.
Climbing the Ranks of Xerém Graduates
Martinelli recently achieved another milestone,becoming the second-highest appearance maker from the xerém academy in Fluminense’s professional team. He surpassed Marcos Júnior, who played 247 games between 2012 and 2018. Fernando Henrique (2002-2010) holds the record with 265 appearances.
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Martinelli Honored for 250th Fluminense Appearance: Q&A
fluminense midfielder Martinelli was celebrated for reaching a important milestone. Here’s a closer look at his career and achievements:
Q&A
- What does “Moleque de Xerém” mean?
- It translates to “Youth of Xerém” and refers to players developed in Fluminense’s renowned youth academy.
- What were the highlights of Martinelli’s 250 appearances?
- He played a crucial role in Fluminense’s Copa Libertadores title in 2023,the Recopa Sudamericana victory in 2024,and multiple Campeonato Carioca and Taça Guanabara wins. He’s also scored 11 goals!
- Who presented Martinelli with the commemorative jersey?
- Club president Mário Bittencourt and vice-president Mattheus Montenegro.
- Who holds the record for most appearances from the Xerém academy?
- Fernando Henrique with 265 appearances.Martinelli is second, with 250 and counting.
- Why is this milestone important?
- It highlights Martinelli’s dedication and contribution to Fluminense, a testament to his skills and the club’s youth development program. It also shows how important it is to retain players over time.
Martinelli’s achievement showcases his dedication and excellence. Let’s see what else this “Moleque de Xerém” will bring to Fluminense!
