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Richie Mills

VIDEO: Philippe Coutinho interview interrupted by gunshots in Brazil as ex-Liverpool and Barcelona star spoke to Vasco da Gama's club media

Former Liverpool and Barcelona star Philippe Coutinho had an interview interrupted by gunshots at Vasca da Gama's training ground.

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  • Coutinho on loan at Vasco da Gama
  • Gunshots interrupt his interview
  • Ex-Liverpool man laughs it off
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  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    The 32-year-old was conducting an interview for the Brazilian side's media team but it was hijacked by gunshots in the background. The Aston Villa loanee tried to regain his composure but, naturally, was distracted.

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  • THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Reports suggest that the sound of gunfire in the area is normal due to routine police operations. Despite this alarming incident, Coutinho managed to carry on and complete his media duties.

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    WHAT NEXT?

    Coutinho's side are next in Serie A action on Saturday away to Fluminense in a battle between 13th and seventh respectively.