Rodrigo Caio inspires title-winning goal in Club World Cup final

Since becoming an assistant coach at Flamengo, Rodrigo Caio has never given an interview. He was tasked by coach Filipe Luís to handle set-pieces, worked in silence, and the result followed: a direct contribution to the goal that clinched the Libertadores title. The ex-zagueiro’s meticulous planning paid off in the final of the Club World Cup, where the team relied on his expertise for a crucial set-piece. The strategy that Rodrigo Caio devised proved to be decisive, as it led to the goal that secured Flamengo’s victory. Being responsible for set-pieces, he played a crucial role in guiding the team to success.