Cafu, the Brazilian legend, is a well-known face in the preparation of Qatar World Cup football. In preparation for the World Cup, Kafu is the face of the Qatar World Cup brand ambassador during stadium construction, international promotion, tournaments such as the Arab Cup and the World Cup trophy tour.
Twice the world crown, four world crowns with the national team… Among Brazilian football fans, this right-back superstar is right next to Pele. After Pele won the last World Cup of his career in 1970, it was in 1994 that he won another World Cup in search of Brazil. Cafu, who guarded the right-back in the Canaries’ team led by Dunga, was 24 years old at that time. Brazil won the title by defeating Italy in a penalty shootout in the final. Then, in 1998, they returned after losing the final to France.
Still left Roberto Carlos and right Cuff. In 2002, when the World Games came to Asia, Brazil and Germany were in the final. The Canaries’ captain is really cool in the shirt. Cafu’s second title in the hat when Brazil won the title after Oliver Khan’s double goal from Ronaldo thrashed Germany 2-0. He was 31 years old then.
June 30, 2022 was the 20th anniversary of the title win at the Yokohama Stadium in Japan.
In a commemorative interview, Cafu was unequivocal when asked about his favorite World Cup moment. The crown victory in 1994 and 2002. But at the age of 31, Cafu says his fondest World Cup memory is the 2002 title triumph in which he lifted the captain’s jersey.
‘Both are important. Winning the World Cup at the age of 24 was a dream come true. In 2002, he kissed the cup again. Brazil’s 5th win, with me as captain. The biggest one for me personally was that win in 2002’ – Kafu says.
Will Brazil win a sixth title in Qatar?
Brazil is the best team. A team rich in youth and experience. All the national team players are integral parts of their team at the club level. There is no doubt that Brazil will enter the Qatar World Cup with the best title chances.
My dreams are that they will achieve great success along with the expectations of the nation and fans. Considering the form of the current team line-up and players, there is a lot of potential for a title win.