liverpool Goalkeeper Alisson insists he is fully fit for Brazil's World Cup campaign, despite injuries at club level threatening his place in Carlo Ancelotti's plans.
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Alisson missed Liverpool's final stages of the season due to a thigh problem. At one point, there were concerns in Brazil that the injury might put their World Cup spot in jeopardy.
Now, talking to Estadao Before Brazil's first match against Morocco, he revealed that part of his absence was to ensure that he reached the tournament in proper condition.
"I'm 100%. Missing the games for Liverpool was part of the plan to make sure I was ready for the World Cup." He said.
Alison accepts Brazil's questions
The focus of the conversation was, of course, Brazil's prospects at the World Cup. Alisson acknowledged that the team arrived at the tournament under greater scrutiny than in 2018 and 2022. The Liverpool player does not see it as a problem. In fact, he believes it could be a good fit for the team.
"It's good that inquiries were made when the national team arrived," He said. "It doesn't bother me. I know I'm on the right track. Sometimes, things on the pitch don't go the way we want. Maybe if we had won more, the perception would have been different."
“The thing that bothers me the most is not winning [the World Cup]. There is always a feeling that you could have done something different.
Brazil's cycle ahead of the 2026 World Cup has been a turbulent one. The national team faced political issues and several managerial changes in the Brazilian FA before Ancelotti's arrival.
Ellison acknowledged those difficulties, but said the team is now focusing on the present.
"We felt the difficulties of this cycle on our own skin for many reasons," He said. "But within that, the most important thing is the present moment. It's what's happening right now."
"Carlo Ancelotti has a very strong presence, which gives us peace in the atmosphere with a focus on the work at hand, without being distracted by controversies or other issues."
Liverpool's absence explained
Alisson's physical condition was a major point of discussion following the announcement of Brazil's squad. His absence from Liverpool matches Seen a lot.
Another goalkeeper, Waverton, was included on the list by Ancelotti, despite not having been called up by the Italian before. This led to questions in Brazil whether the experienced Grêmio player had been selected as cover for Alisson. The Liverpool goalkeeper rejected that idea.
"I believe that Waverton was called because of his merit, not because of anyone else's demerit," He said.
"Everyone knows I spent some time out before the World Cup, but also to get to the World Cup at 100 percent. I said it earlier: the important thing is how we get to the World Cup."
Alison also talked about the criticism regarding her form and fitness.
"I am my own worst critic," He said. "No one will criticize me more than I do. But my criticism is based on everyday facts, technical and psychological studies. No one knows me better than me."
Focus on winning, not records
Alisson will now join Gilmour and Taffarel as the only goalkeepers to make three World Cup starts for Brazil. He considered it an honor to reach that level, but refused to make personal history his priority.
"My focus is on this World Cup," He said. "I will face it as if it is my last chance. What I have learned in life is to live each day. I am focused on the moment. This is a huge opportunity to live another World Cup."
"I'm honored to reach this milestone among goalkeepers who have been at three World Cups."
The Liverpool player then clarified which record he actually wants.
"I want to enter another group," He said. "I want to be World Cup champion along with the other 25 selected players. That's my focus at the moment and that's the most important thing."
For Liverpool, the comments confirm that Alisson's careful end to the club season had a clear purpose. As for Brazil, they underline that Ancelotti's first-choice goalkeeper believes he is physically and mentally ready for another push for the title.
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