Ambassador of Brazil to Bangladesh Paulo FD Feres has expressed heartfelt gratitude to Bangladeshi supporters of the Brazilian national football team following Brazil’s defeat in the FIFA World Cup, describing the bond between the two nations through football as one that transcends borders, language and culture.
In a statement, the ambassador acknowledged the disappointment felt by millions of Brazilian fans around the world, including the country’s large and passionate fan base in Bangladesh.
He thanked Bangladeshi supporters for their unwavering loyalty, saying their enthusiasm for Brazil’s national team had deeply touched the Brazilian people. “Thank you for wearing our colours, for raising our flag, for singing for our players, and for believing in Brazil with such generous and sincere passion,” the statement said.
Describing football as far more than just a sport for Brazilians, the statement said it represents memories, family, music, joy and hope, while acknowledging that heartbreak is also an inevitable part of the game.
The embassy noted that Brazil’s head coach, Carlo Ancelotti, and Brazilian Football Confederation Coordinator Rodrigo Caetano have urged fans to view the defeat not as the end of a journey but as the beginning of a new chapter.
According to the statement, both officials stressed the importance of renewal, commitment, patience and confidence in the future, expressing optimism that Brazil would return stronger.
The embassy also extended special appreciation to Bangladeshi fans, saying they shared both Brazil’s triumphs and disappointments as though the South American nation were their own home.
The statement said such affection demonstrated football’s unique ability to unite people across national boundaries and cultures.
Expressing confidence in Brazil’s future, the embassy concluded that the iconic yellow jersey would shine again and that the team’s joy and success would return, adding that Brazil would always remember those who stood by the team during difficult times.
