And they were closer to making it than most Brazilian youngsters, having reached the youth academy of one of Brazil's most popular clubs. They all had big dreams, but their futures and their families were shattered when a fire tore through their sleeping quarters at Rio de Janeiro club Flamengo on Friday. Making it to a top European club, like Vinicius Junior did, is what most kids hope for when they join the youth academies of clubs in Brazil. But conditions are not always ideal, even at some of the most traditional Brazilian clubs. And most teams have been investing more in their academies recently, as it often can be their biggest source of revenue.

Source: Fox News February 09, 2019 10:07 UTC