Arias: Calling me "Colombia Bailey" is over-reputable. Underestimating South American football is a mistake
Brazilian team Fruminense successfully advanced to the last 16 of the Club World Cup, and Fruminense player Arias has the nickname of "Colombia Bailey".
Arias, 27, is a Colombian player and joins Fruminense in 2021. He plays more right wingers in the club, while he plays midfielder in the Colombia National Team. In the three group matches of the Club World Cup this summer, Arias was elected as the best player of the game twice and scored a wonderful free kick, helping Frumenense to successfully qualify in the group with 1 win and 2 draws. Next, Fruminense will play against Inter Milan.
Arias is called "Colombian Bailey". In response, he said: "I regard this as a joke, but it is really an over-the-top to call me Colombian Bailey. Bailey is one of the greatest players in football history, and there will never be any players like him again, and no one can even get close to him. As a Colombian, I can talk about how great Bailey is in Colombia and the world. He is one of the best players in football history."
Many Colombian players play in the Brazilian league and have achieved success. Arias now forms the team's Canarias offensive combination in Fruminense and Argentine player Cano. Arias continued: "We have gradually established friendship and tacit understanding on the court. This relationship is very important, and the good atmosphere of the club is also very important. All of this will allow us to enjoy a wonderful moment in Fruminense."
There are rumors that some European clubs are interested in Arias, and in response, he said: "I am still far from that, I will continue to be down-to-earth." However, Arias also emphasized: "If other teams underestimate South American football, it will be a mistake... There are no weak opponents at the moment."
Former Colombia national team coach Queros said: "Arias has a special talent, not only his ability, but also his mentality. He is used to overcoming difficulties." Fruminense coach Renato Gaucho also praised Arias: "He is one of the players who can change the game."
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