Gilberto will miss Copa America final!
July 11, 2007
After gallantly leading Brazil to the Copa America final – Gilberto Silva will miss the final after collecting two yellow cards.
Gilberto’s game against Uruguay was one of his best ever games as a footballer. He was captain of the side, and throughout the game, expertly guided the young team. On several occasions he stopped fights between the junior Uruguay and Brazil players, and he even scored a penalty in the shootout at the end of the game. Brazil won the shootout 5-4, but Gilberto will not play in the final game of the tournament.
It is extremely harsh on Gilberto, especially after all his amazing leadership.
Well done Bert; if Brazil win the tournament, it will be largely down to you!
Simultaneous congratulations and condolances.