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RFE/RL: Brazilian-born Marlos gets Ukrainian citizenship, set to join national soccer team

By Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty.
Shakhtar Donetsk's Brazilian midfielder Marlos (C) and midfielder Bernard (R) vie with SSC Napoli's Polish midfielder Piotr Zielinski during the UEFA Champions League Group F football match between FC Shakhtar Donetsk and SSC Napoli at The Metalist Stadium in Kharkiv on Sept. 13.
Photo by AFP

Brazilian-born midfielder Marlos has received his Ukrainian citizenship and is expected to join the national team on October 2 as it prepares for its final two World Cup qualifiers.

“This is a very emotional moment. I am extremely happy to become a Ukrainian citizen and get the chance to play for the national team. I need some time to learn the language,” Marlos told Ukrainian TV on September 30.

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