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It was a Sunday evening when the van pulled up at the field in Jardim Peri Alto, a neighborhood in the northern part of São Paulo, intensifying the movement in the area as the sound of a pagode band echoed through the community. Instead of Gabriel Jesus, who had become a familiar presence there after growing up in the vicinity, the unexpected visitor was Xavi Simons, the attacking midfielder from RB Leipzig and the Dutch national team. The scene drew attention from locals, who were surprised to see the young European star in their neighborhood, far from the stadiums where he usually played. The atmosphere, already lively due to the music and the usual weekend gatherings, became even more animated as people gathered to catch a glimpse of the player, exchanging excited whispers and taking pictures. Simons, known for his technical skill and rising career in European football, interacted briefly with the crowd before continuing his visit, leaving behind a buzz of conversation about his unexpected appearance in the community.
