During a press conference, Joaquín Correa, the newly signed player for Botafogo, amusedly clarified a misunderstanding when asked about facing Ángel Correa from Atlético de Madrid. A journalist mistakenly assumed they were brothers due to their shared surname. Joaquín quickly corrected the assumption, stating, “No, he is not my brother,” despite the journalist’s persistence.
This exchange occurred just before the start of the Club World Cup in the United States, where 32 teams, including five Argentine players—Lionel Messi, Ángel Di María, Ángel Correa, Lautaro Blanco, and Tomás Pérez—are participating. Joaquín’s Botafogo team is in Group B, alongside prominent clubs like Paris Saint-Germain, Seattle Sounders, and Atlético de Madrid.
Joaquín shared that he considers Ángel a friend, highlighting a camaraderie among Argentine players, including those at Atlético Madrid. Interestingly, Joaquín had been a strong candidate for the Argentina national team that won the World Cup in Qatar 2022 but missed out due to an injury. In a twist of fate, Ángel was chosen to replace him on the roster.
This amusing interaction sheds light on the close-knit nature of the football community and the friendships formed despite rivalries on the pitch. As the tournament kicks off, fans can look forward to exciting matchups, including possibly witnessing Joaquín face Ángel in the upcoming games.