Flamengo striker has been recalled by Dunga for Brazil`s upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Argentina and Chile after five months out of the coach`s plans.
|Last Updated: Aug 21, 2009, 09:27 PM IST|Source: Bureau
Brasilia: Flamengo striker has been recalled by Dunga for Brazil`s upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Argentina and Chile after five months out of the coach`s plans.
Having been decisive in the 2004 Copa America and the 2005 Confederations Cup in defeating Argentina in the final, the former Inter Milan man believes Diego Maradona`s side are now cursing their luck.
"I have a name against Argentina and they get a bit scared," Adriano is quoted as saying.
Adriano, who has recovered his form in front of goal, insists that returning to his homeland was crucial to recover from his off-field problems.
"When I said I wanted some time off it is because I was in a very bad moment," he added.
"I threw everything away to return to my country and my roots. I wanted to be close to my family. I am very happy and that is why I have been recalled. I have recovered the joy of playing."
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