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When asked about player mentality—specifically if the players had grown complacent given past successes—Ferreira refrained from placing blame and instead pointed to the contributions of Botafogo and other competitors who have invested heavily in their squads. He stressed the importance of maintaining a competitive spirit and a fresh energy within the team each year.
Looking Toward 2025
As discussions shifted to plans for the 2025 season, Ferreira maintained a constructive outlook. The topic of squad reform became prominent, with Ferreira acknowledging that several player changes would occur. He remained cautious, underscoring the unpredictability of the market and the necessity of establishing clear objectives tailored to compete against the increasing investments made by rival clubs.