Arturo Vidal became champion of the Copa Libertadores with Flamengo. As it could not be otherwise, mixed feelings took over the moment and this was reflected in the midfielder's reaction. Celebration with his teammates and tears of joy for conquering a very important trophy for his successful career.
After showcasing his football in Europe (from 2007 to 2022), the 'King' returned to South America to wear the 'Fla' jersey. Since he arrived in Rio de Janeiro, the midfielder entered the team's dynamics with the aim of continuing to win trophies, as he had done with his previous clubs.
Thus, 'King' Vidal crowned himself just a few days ago in the Copa Brasil against Corinthians. However, the icing on the cake was missing to close a successful year at club level. This Saturday, the 35-year-old player waited for his opportunity on the substitutes bench to face Atletico Paranaense in the city of Guayaquil.
After Gabriel Barbosa's goal at the end of the first half, coach Dorival Junior made his moves to maintain the advantage. Thus, around the 71st minute, the Chilean replaced Thiago Maia on the field. Thanks to his extensive experience, the result did not change anymore at the Monumental Isidro Romero Carbo stadium.
After the final whistle in Ecuador, the Flamengo players began to celebrate. Different expressions for the club's third conquest in the history of the Copa Libertadores. This is how the cameras of the broadcast followed Arturo Vidal's movements closely.
The 'King Arturo' could not avoid shedding tears of emotion for what he had won with his team. There was an attempt to console him, but the situation overwhelmed the southerner, who buried his gaze on the grass and used his shirt to dry himself. This way, the midfielder celebrates one more title for his trophy cabinet.
Arturo Vidal's Titles
Vidal has won a total of 25 titles throughout his career. Arturo won the Copa America twice with the Chilean national team. The local trophies he won with Colo Colo in his country, Juventus and Inter Milan in Italy, Bayern Munich in Germany, and Barcelona in Spain are noteworthy.