Manuela Ladislau Fariamother of the former Brazilian footballer and senator Romario de Souza and key figure in the former striker’s sporting career, he died at the age of 86his son reported this Thursday.
“With infinite sadness and already with immense nostalgia, I physically say goodbye to my great love, my queen, a woman who gave me life and guided me on the path of honesty”, wrote the champion of the Brazilian team on social media . inside United States World Cup 1994.
Romário, who did not provide details on the cause of death, said he feels “inexplicable” pain at having said goodbye to his mother, who everyone knew as Dona Lita.
She starred in a curious episode during the 1994 World Cup, when she became famous to the Brazilian people by breaking a bottle every time Romário scored a goal for Canarinha, which ultimately won the fourth star for that country.
Manuela Ladislau Faria or Doña Lita, Romario’s mother, famous for her ritual of breaking bottles during the 1994 World Cup.In the World Cup held in North America, Romario was chosen as the best player of the championship, in which he scored five goals, sharing the lead with Child.
“Today I lost my mother, but I also lost my best friend, my most motivated fan and my life teacher,” described the 58-year-old former PSV, Barcelona and Valencia striker.
“Mom, you will always live in our hearts. Thank you for everything!!! Rest in peace next to the Lord and hug my father for us. I love you forever!”, he added.
See this post on InstagramA post shared by Romário (@romariofaria)
After hanging up his boots, Romário began his political career in 2010 and in the same year he was elected federal deputy for the State of Rio de Janeiro. In 2014 he was elected senator for that same state and, in 2022, he revalidated his seat for a new eight-year term in the Upper House.
As an MP, he distinguished himself as an advocate for the cause of children with disabilities and for his contributions to sports legislation, as well as his harsh attacks against football entities and leaders.
Currently “Chapulín” combines his activity as a senator with that of president of the América club of Rio de Janeiro.
Source: Clarin
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