The atmosphere is tense in Brazil as the country prepares for the upcoming Football World Cup, and protests are erupting with women taking to the streets to denounce living conditions and express concerns about the exorbitant cost of the event, estimated at 15 billion dollars.
Players currently participating in the Confederations Cup are expressing solidarity with the protesters:
- Hulk stated, “They are right to protest, what they say and what they want is common sense. We have to listen to them, we know they are telling the truth. Today, I have a privileged social position but I don’t forget where I come from.”
- David Luiz expressed support for peaceful demonstrations, saying, “I am in favor of demonstrations without violence. I am Brazilian, although I live abroad. The demonstrators are fighting for health and education.”
These statements reflect the awareness and empathy of some football players for the social issues raised by the protesters. The situation highlights the broader social and economic concerns facing Brazil in the context of hosting major international events.
