THE Refineries he admitted the very bad moments he has gone through, both in his career in general, and in his presence in Barcelona the last two years.
The Brazilian winger learned the hard way that he should take care of himself and the his mental health and to disconnect from football at the first opportunity, in order not to “sink” with the stormy pace that comes with the playing obligations for the players at the highest level.
In a condition that includes pressure from criticism, need for exceptional performance every day, with so much ‘lights» aimed at each and with life in a big, rich bubble, Rafinha fell into the trap. But he managed to get out of it…
“I had too many reasons to give up, stop football and continue my life completely differently. It’s a sport that kills you. There were many times when I would come home in the afternoon and not know if I would be able to get up the next morning for training. I have cried a lot and I have also cried in Barcelona. If you don’t take care of yourself, football kills you. It’s very easy to get depressed and give up on everything”.
Source: Sport Fm
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