Brazilian volleyball has produced a number of legends - from Marcelo Negrao and Giba to Bruninho and Wallace. Therefore, any selection of a "dream team" causes excitement.
In an interview for the podcastAttack & Defenseformer coach Joseildo Carvalho presented his ideal seven, surprising with his choice. It lacks big names like Giba and Bruninho, but young Lucas Bergmann, Bernardinho's true gem from the last Olympic Games, finds a place.
Joseildo Carvalho's Dream Team:
Setter:Ricardinho
Opposite:Marcelo Negrao
Outside Hitters:Giovane Gávio and Lucas Bergmann
Middle Blockers:Gustavo Endres and Amauri Ribeiro
Libero:Serginho Escadinha
Young Star Lucas Bergmann
The most commented choice is undoubtedly 20-year-old Lucas Bergmann. Carvalho preferred the young talent over the legendary Giba, emphasizing that Bergmann has huge potential and a future in world volleyball.
"No one has enchanted me more than Giovane Gávio. And the other outside hitter... there's a boy who will give many reasons to talk - Lucas Bergmann," Carvalho explained.
Joseildo Carvalho - The Strategist Behind Brazilian Successes
Carvalho is among the most successful Brazilian coaches, playing a key role in the development of numerous volleyball legends. In addition to the national team, he has won trophies with clubs such as BCN/Osasco, Minas Tênis Clube, and Banespa.
Will Lucas Bergmann justify the trust and become the next superstar of Brazilian volleyball? Time will tell.
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