Wolverhampton WanderersWolverhampton Wanderers' midfielder André Trindade da Costa Neto seized the chance to boost his popularity by taking an impromptu selfie with fans. The Brazilian international's video swiftly went viral on social media, epitomizing the feel-good factor under head coach Vitor Pereira.
What happened?
André grabbed a supporter's mobile phone and took a selfie video after scoring a crucial second goal away at Ipswich.
Why it matters for Wolverhampton Wanderers
André's status with Wolves fans was already high, but this moment added to his growing reputation as a defensive No 6 midfielder and the heartbeat of the team.
What comes next?
André and his Brazilian compatriot João Gomes will face Tottenham Hotspur at Molineux on Sunday, posing a daunting challenge for the beleaguered manager Ange Postecoglou.
André became the latest Brazilian addition at Wolves last summer, joining a list that includes Gomes, Matheus Cunha, and Pedro Lima. He gave early notice of his potential on his league debut against Newcastle United with 100% accuracy from 40 passes.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | £18.8 million |
| Pass Accuracy | 100% (league debut) |
| Current Pass Accuracy | 93% (last weekend's win) |
André says that the Brazilian quartet has made his transition to a new way of life in England much easier. They are very close and regularly visit each other for barbecues and family gatherings.
André, who became a father for the second time in January, will be 24 in July and admits his career path has been unpredictable yet rewarding. He was born in Ibirataia, a city in the state of Brazil.
Player Focus
André's partnership with João Gomes will be crucial in the upcoming match against Tottenham Hotspur. Their nicknames of 'Monster' and 'Pitbull' underline the daunting challenge Tottenham will face at Molineux on Sunday.
André says that his position as a defensive midfielder goes under the radar, but he is essential to the team's function. He likes to give the team balance between defending well and allowing the forwards to carry the ball in dangerous areas.
