Campeonato Brasileiro Série a Best Players of All Time

Andrew Kovacs

The Campeonato Brasileiro Série A is the premier football league in Brazil and one of the most popular leagues around the world. It features some of South America’s best teams competing against each other for glory and bragging rights, with players from all over Brazil taking part. The competition has been running since 1959 when it was known as Taça de Prata, before changing its name to its current title in 1971. Fans are passionate about their clubs and every season brings new thrills and excitement as teams battle for top honours on both a national level and internationally too.

Table of Contents

1. Gabriel Barbosa

Gabriel Barbosa Career

  • 2004–2013: Santos
  • 2013–2016: Santos
  • 2016–2020: Inter Milan
  • 2017–2018: Benfica (loan)
  • 2018: Santos (loan)
  • 2019: Flamengo (loan)
  • 2020: Flamengo
  • 2011: Brazil U15
  • 2013: Brazil U17
  • 2014–2015: Brazil U20
  • 2015–2016: Brazil U23
  • 2016: Brazil

Gabriel Barbosa is a Brazilian forward who currently plays for Flamengo. He made his professional debut with Santos in 2013 and went on to play for Inter Milan between 2016 and 2020, before joining Flamengo in January 2018.

Gabriel has represented Brazil at youth level, winning the U-20 World Cup in 2017. Gabriel is known for his high energy and powerful shooting style, which he uses to create chances for teammates as well as score goals himself.

Gabriel Barbosa is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a striker for Flamengo. Gabriel was born on 3 July 1991 in Rio de Janeiro and started playing football at the age of six with his local team Botafogo Junior. 

He made his senior debut for Botafogo in 2009, before moving to Flamengo in 2011 where he has since played over 200 games and scored 102 goals.

In 2016, Gabriel helped Brazil reach the Olympic final where they lost 1-0 against Argentina, although he did score one goal in the group stage against Panama en route to that tournament. 

As well as being capped at the international level by Brazil, Gabriel has also represented their U20 side and U23 side respectively, and won silver medals both times: at the 2015 South American Youth Championship and 2017 Copa América Centenario Finals respectively.

In June 2018, it was announced that Gabriel had signed a loan deal with Flamengo's fierce rivals Fluminense until December 2020.

2. Giorgian de Arrascaeta

Giorgian de Arrascaeta Career

  • 2007–2012: Defensor Sporting
  • 2012–2014: Defensor Sporting
  • 2015–2018: Cruzeiro
  • 2019: Flamengo
  • 2012–2013: Uruguay U20
  • 2014: Uruguay

Giorgian de Arrascaeta is an attacking midfielder who currently plays for Flamengo. 

De Arrascaeta first emerged as a goal-scoring threat with Defensor Sporting in Uruguay before moving to Brazil and then to Flamengo in 2016.

De Arrascaeta has been capped at international level by Uruguay, making his debut in 2015 and playing at the 2017 Copa America. Despite being relatively young, De Arrascaeta has played a significant role for both club and country over the past two seasons.

Giorgian de Arrascaeta is a versatile midfielder who has played for both club and country. De Arrascaeta started his career at Uruguayan side Defensor Sporting before moving to Brazilian side Cruzeiro in 2012. 

He made 38 appearances for Cruzeiro over the course of two seasons, scoring 10 goals along the way before joining Flamengo in 2019.

The versatile midfielder has represented Uruguay at youth international level, winning medals at both the South American U-20 Championship and FIFA U-20 World Cup tournaments. 

With Flamengo, he's competed in Brazil’s top flight league – Serie A – where he has made nine appearances so far this season as they sit third in the table standings.

3. Gustavo Gómez

Gustavo Gómez Career

  • 2011–2014: Libertad
  • 2014–2016: Lanús
  • 2016–2019: AC Milan
  • 2018–2019: Palmeiras (loan)
  • 2019: Palmeiras
  • 2010: Paraguay U17
  • 2012–2013: Paraguay U20
  • 2013: Paraguay
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:56, 23 June 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 21

Gustavo Gómez is a Paraguayan defender who currently plays for Palmeiras. Gustavo Gómez made his senior debut with Cerro Porteño in 2013 and quickly showed promise, earning selection to the Paraguay national team soon after.

In 2017, Gustavo joined Palmeiras on a four-year contract and has since played an important role at the club, helping them win back-to-back Brazilian Championships in 2018 and 2019. 

Gustavo is known for his aerial ability as well as his strong defending skills; he has been described as "a complete player".

With age continuing to favour defenders across Europe, there's no doubt that Gustavo has huge potential ahead of him - especially considering his impressive performances so far in Brazil. 

Gustavo Gomez is an Argentinian midfielder who has spent his entire senior career with Libertad. Gustavo Gomez has been a regular starter for Libertad throughout his time there, and he has helped the club to win five championships.

Gustavo Gomez was also part of Argentina’s U20 team that competed in the 2013 World Cup, where they reached the semi-finals. 

Gustavo Gomez joined Italian side AC Milan on a loan deal in 2018 but made just 18 appearances before returning to Palmeiras at the end of that season. 

In 2019, Gustavo Gomez rejoined Palmeiras on a permanent basis and has since become one of their key players; he currently leads their scoring charts with 151 goals in 109 games played.

Also Played For: paraguay national football team, copa libertadores

4. Guilherme Arana

Guilherme Arana Career

  • 2005–2015: Corinthians
  • 2014–2017: Corinthians
  • 2015: Athlético Paranaense (loan)
  • 2018–2021: Sevilla
  • 2019–2020: Atalanta (loan)
  • 2020–2021: Atlético Mineiro (loan)
  • 2021: Atlético Mineiro
  • 2016–2017: Brazil U20
  • 2019–2021: Brazil U23
  • 2021: Brazil

Arana is a left back who joined Atlético Mineiro in 2017. Arana started his career at Corinthians before moving to Athlético Paranaense on loan in 2015.

Arana is known for his attacking play and has scored three goals in 74 appearances for Corinthians, Atlético Mineiro and Athlético Paranaense combined. 

ArANA was born in Brazil but moved to Europe when he was young, spending time with both Valencia and Barcelona youth teams before signing with Corinthians aged 17 years old.

After making just two league appearances during the 2014/15 season, GuilhermeAranaLopes shifted clubs again, this time joining Brazilian side AthléticoParanáenloan from Corinthians on a one-year deal; however injury stalled his progress there as well.

After impressing manager Vanderlei Luxemburgo during Copa America Centenario last year where he played every minute of Brazil's matches (scoring against Colombia), Atlético Madrid have shown an interest.

5. Endrick Felipe

Endrick Felipe Career

  • 2016–2022: Palmeiras
  • 2022: Palmeiras
  • 2022: Brazil U17
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14:56, 8 December 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 8 December 2022

Endrick is a young striker who currently plays for Palmeiras. He has great potential and should continue to develop his skills in the future. Endrick was born in Taguatinga, Brazil on 21 July 2006 and started playing football at an early age.

He made his professional debut with Palmeiras during the 2016 season and has since been very successful, scoring 23 goals in 49 appearances so far. 

Endrick is known for his pace and skill on the pitch, which make him a threat to any defence he comes across.

He will be looking to improve even more as he continues to play professionally, aiming to become one of the best strikers in Brazil and abroad The 16-year old Brazilian midfielder is a promising talent and Palmeiras hope he can develop into an important player in the future.

Felipe made his senior debut for Palmeiras last year, playing seven times and scoring three goals. He has also represented Brazil at youth level, appearing four times and scoring five goals for the U17s. 

Felipe is known as a technically gifted midfielder who can produce some excellent passes - something that could be vital for any team he joins in the future.

With experience of both domestic league football and international competition under his belt, there's no doubt that Endrick Felipe is well prepared to take on any challenges life throws at him.

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6. Pedro

Pedro Career

  • 2007–2011: Flamengo
  • 2012–2013: Duquecaxiense
  • 2013: Artsul
  • 2014–2016: Fluminense
  • 2016–2019: Fluminense
  • 2019–2020: Fiorentina
  • 2020: Flamengo (loan)
  • 2020: Flamengo
  • : Brazil U23
  • 2020: Brazil
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:09, 29 October 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 17

Pedro is a Brazilian striker who currently plays for Flamengo. He started his career with Flamengo in 2007, and has since made over 100 appearances for the club.

Pedro is known as one of the most dangerous strikers in Brazil, and has scored some impressive goals throughout his career. He is also renowned for his strong aerial ability, which has led to him scoring many goals from headers.

Pedro will be looking to help Flamengo challenge for honours in 2022, and he could be a key player in their success campaign. Pedro is a versatile attacking midfielder who has played for several Brazilian clubs. 

Pedro was loaned to Fiorentina in early 2020 and made an immediate impact, scoring four goals in his first four appearances.

Pedro is well known for his quick feet and ability to create chances from wide areas; he is also capable of playing as a forward or behind the striker. With Flamengo, Pedro will look to help lead the club back to glory after they were relegated last season.

7. Everton Soares

Everton Soares Career

  • 2009–2012: Fortaleza
  • 2012:  Grêmio (loan)
  • 2013: Grêmio
  • 2014–2020: Grêmio
  • 2020–2022: Benfica
  • 2022: Flamengo
  • 2018: Brazil

Everton Soares is a Brazilian winger who signed with Flamengo in 2020. Everton won the Campeonato Cearense with Fortaleza before moving to Grêmio on loan in 2013.

He helped Grêmio win the Copa Libertadores that season and was named MVP of the competition. Everton joined Flamengo permanently ahead of their debut season in Brazil's top flight, scoring five goals from 26 appearances.

Everton Soares is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Portuguese club Benfica. Everton Soares made his international debut in 2018 and has so far represented Brazil at Copa América, winning the tournament in 2019. 

Everton Soares began his career with Grêmio before moving to Portugal to play for Benfica, where he currently captains the team.

Everton Soares is known for his strong defence and accurate passing skills which have seen him become a key player for both Benfica and Brazil on the international stage. 

Everton Soares is expected to feature heavily in Brazil's upcoming World Cup campaign this year, having been named captain by coach Tite ahead of Russia2018.

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8. Dudu

Dudu Career

  • 2003–2004: Atlético Goianiense
  • 2005–2010: Cruzeiro
  • 2009–2011: Cruzeiro
  • 2010: Coritiba (loan)
  • 2011–2014: Dynamo Kyiv
  • 2014: Grêmio (loan)
  • 2015: Palmeiras
  • 2020–2021: Al-Duhail (loan)
  • 2011: Brazil U-20
  • 2011–2017: Brazil
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14:46, 7 December 2021 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 25 January 2017

Dudu is a Brazilian winger who has played for Palmeiras since 2018. He made his senior debut in 2016 and has since scored 12 goals in 98 appearances for the club.

Dudu emerged as one of Brazil's most promising youngsters during his time at Portuguesa, where he won the 2014 Copa Libertadores and 2015 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A titles.

Dudu represented Brazil at under-20 level before making his full international debut against Peru in November 2017. 

The 31-year old is expected to be a key player for Palmeiras this season, with the club aiming to qualify for Europe after two consecutive seasons out of contention Dudu is a powerful, skillful forward who can score goals from anywhere on the pitch.

Dudu has been prolific for Cruzeiro and Dynamo Kyiv in his career, scoring over 200 goals between them. He was called up to Brazil's senior squad in 2011 but has yet to make an appearance for them. 

Dudu is currently with Palmeiras in Brazil's top flight, where he is expected to stay until at least 2020. His potential international appearances could come sooner rather than later if he continues playing at such a high level for Cruzeiro or Dynamo Kyiv.

9. Gustavo Scarpa

Gustavo Scarpa Career

  • : Guarani
  • : Santos
  • : Paulínia
  • –2012: Desportivo Brasil
  • 2013: Fluminense
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2014–2018: Fluminense: 106: (15)
  • 2015: → Red Bull Brasil (loan): 11: (2)
  • 2018–2022: Palmeiras: 131: (18)
  • 2023–: Nottingham Forest: 1: (0)
  • 2017: Brazil: 1: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14:51, 1 January 2023 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 25 January 2017

Gustavo Scarpa is an attacking midfielder who currently plays for Nottingham Forest. He was born in Brazil, but moved to England at a young age and began his career with Liverpool.

He made his Palmeiras debut in July 2022 and has since become a key player for the club. Gustavo Scarpa is known for his creative play and speed on the pitch; he has been praised by some as one of Europe's best midfielders currently playing.

His long-term future remains uncertain, however, as he still has several years left on his contract with Palmeiras - which may prevent him from moving to bigger clubs in the near future Gustavo Scarpa began his professional career with Brazilian side Fluminense.

He made 16 appearances and scored two goals for the club before joining Red Bull Brasil on loan in 2015. Gustavo Scarpa joined Nottingham Forest permanently in December 2018, making just one appearance for the club. 

The defender has represented Brazil at various youth levels and was a part of their 2017 World Cup squad.

Gustavo Scarpa is an articulate and intelligent player who will be looking to make an impact with Palmeiras next season.

10. Matías Zaracho

Matías Zaracho Career

  • 2006–2017: Racing Club
  • 2016–2020: Racing Club
  • 2020: Atlético Mineiro
  • 2017: Argentina U20
  • 2019–2020: Argentina U23
  • 2019: Argentina
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14 November 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 16 October 2020

Matías Zaracho is an attacking midfielder who currently plays for Atlético Mineiro. He was born in Argentina and moved to Brazil at a young age before moving to Europe to further his football career.

In 2017, he helped lead Atlético Mineiro to the Copa Libertadores final where they lost on penalties against River Plate. 

Prior to this, he had also played in the 2016 Copa Sudamericana where his club reached the semifinals before being eliminated by Flamengo.

Matías Zaracho has represented Argentina at youth level and made two appearances for their senior team – both of which came during 2018 World Cup qualifying games against Uruguay and Chile respectively. 

After impressing with Atlético Mineiro during the 2017 season, he was heavily linked with moves abroad including Chelsea but ultimately decided to stay put in Brazil.

11. Danilo

Danilo Career

  • : Bahia
  • : Jacuipense
  • 2017–2020: PFC Cajazeiras [pt]
  • 2018–2020: → Palmeiras (loan)
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2018–2020: PFC Cajazeiras [pt]: 1: (0)
  • 2020: → Palmeiras (loan): 1: (0)
  • 2020–: Palmeiras: 68: (7)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 04:43, 17 May 2022 (UTC)

Danilo is a young midfielder who currently plays for Palmeiras. He has been with the club since he was very young and has developed into one of their key players.

Danilo is known for his strong work-rate and ability to create chances for his team-mates. He will be looking to help Palmeiras win titles in the future, and fans are sure that he will do just that.

Danilo is a Brazilian defender who joined Cajazeiras in 2017. He made his senior debut for Palmeiras in 2020, and has since played 68 games for the club. Danilo is known for his strong defending ability, as well as excellent passing skills from midfield.

At international level, he has represented Brazil at under-17s and under-20s levels, before making his full international debut in 2018. 

Danilo is likely to be one of Palmeiras's key players this season; with plenty of experience at both club and international level, he will be looking to lead the team back to glory after their disappointing finish last year.

12. André

Career

  • 2013–2020: Fluminense
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2020–: Fluminense: 84: (3)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22:35, 9, , November 2021 (UTC)

André is a young, talented footballer who has been playing for Fluminense since 2016. He is currently the club's midfield player and has shown great potential in this role.

André was born on 16 July 2001 in Ibirataia, Brazil. At just 21 years old, André already displays excellent technical ability and composure on the pitch. His versatility as a midfielder makes him an asset to any team he joins and he is sure to continue developing his skills over time.

In 2017, André played for Brazil at the U17 World Cup where his performances caught the attention of several top clubs around Europe including Liverpool FC and Manchester United FC . However, it was Fluminense who secured his signature later that year and he has not looked back since then.

Stay tuned for more exciting news from André as he continues to make an impact both on and off the field.

13. Vitor Roque

Vitor Roque Career

  • 2015–2019: América Mineiro
  • 2019–2021: Cruzeiro
  • 2021–2022: Cruzeiro
  • 2022: Athletico Paranaense
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 01:39, 16 November 2022 (UTC)

Vitor Roque is a forward who currently plays for Athletico Paranaense in Brazil. He was born on February 28th, 2005 and has been playing professional football since 2015.

Vitor Roque made his senior debut with Atlético Paranaense in 2017 and has scored 6 goals in 63 appearances to date. 

In 2022, he signed for Brazilian side FC Bahia as they prepared to compete in the Série A1 league - their first foray into the top flight of Brazilian football since 1988.

Vitor Roque is a Brazilian midfielder who currently plays for Argentine club Athletico Paranaense. He started his career with América Mineiro before joining Cruzeiro in 2019. 

Vitor Roque has been a regular starter for both clubs and has scored five goals so far this season. 

His ability to control the midfield coupled with his scoring record make him one of the most promising players in Brazil at the moment.

With Argentina preparing for their World Cup campaign, Vitor Roque will be looking to help Athletico Paranaense qualify from their group and progress further in the competition. 

Vitor Roque was born on 10 November 1992, making him just 23 years old when he first made an impact on professional footballing circles.

14. Marcos Leonardo

Marcos Leonardo Career

  • 2014–2020: Santos
  • 2020: Santos
  • 2019: Brazil U16
  • 2022: Brazil U20
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:29, 13 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 18

Marcos Leonardo is a 19-year old forward who currently plays for Santos. He was born in Itapetinga, Brazil on May 2nd 2003 and has been playing football since he was young.

Marcos Leonardo made his debut for Santos in the 2017 Copa do Brasil against Vasco da Gama at the age of 17 years and 216 days making him the youngest player to ever feature in that tournament.

In 2018, he helped Santos win the Série A title after scoring 22 goals in 36 appearances during the season which included two braces - first against Botafogo and then Palmeiras.

Helping them become champions for an unprecedented 5th time overall as well as their fourth consecutive championship with no team has ever managed this feat before (Santos have previously won three titles between 1932/33, 1965/66 and 2002).

In July 2019, it was announced that Marcos Leonard would join Manchester United on a five-year deal starting from 1 August 2020 following successful negotiations between both clubs.

Also Played For: santos fc

15. Ângelo Gabriel

Ângelo Gabriel Career

  • 2015–2020: Santos
  • 2020: Santos
  • 2019–2020: Brazil U15
  • 2021: Brazil U17
  • 2022: Brazil U20
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:30, 13 November 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 02

Gabriel Borges Damaceno is a Brazilian forward who currently plays for Santos. Brasília, Brazil on 21 December 2004 and has been playing football since he was young.

He made his senior debut with Santo André in 2015 before signing for Santos later that year. In 2017,Ângelo scored 16 goals in 31 appearances to help Santos reach the Copa Libertadores semi-finals where they were beaten by River Plate.

At international level, Ângelo has represented Brazil at under-17 and under-20 levels before making his full national team debut in November 2017 against Peru Gabriel is a Brazilian midfielder who currently plays for Santos. 

He has played in the club's youth teams, and made his senior debut in 2020.

In 2019, he was called up to Brazil's U15 squad for their international tournament. Gabriel also featured for Brazil at the U17 and U20 levels over the course of two years, scoring three goals during that time period. 

With just one year remaining on his contract with Santos, it remains to be seen what future lies ahead for Ángelo Gabriel.

16. Yuri Alberto

Yuri Alberto Career

  • 2013–2019: Santos
  • 2017–2020: Santos
  • 2020–2022: Internacional
  • 2022: Zenit Saint Petersburg
  • 2022: Corinthians (loan)
  • 2023: Corinthians
  • 2017: Brazil U17
  • 2020: Brazil U23
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 10 January 2023, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 30 January 2022

Yuri Alberto is a Brazilian forward who currently plays for Corinthians. He made his professional debut in the 2018 season and has since scored 11 goals in 34 appearances.

Yuri Alberto is highly rated by scouts and was called up to the Brazil U20 squad for their 2019 FIFA World Cup campaign, where he played 4 matches. 

In December 2017, Yuri Alberto signed a contract extension with Corinthians until 2022 which will keep him at the club until at least 2023.

Born on 18 March 2001, Yuri Alberto is one of many young stars making waves in Brazilian football and looks set to continue his impressive progress in years to come Yuri Alberto is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays for Russian club Zenit Saint Petersburg. 

Alberto signed with Santos in 2013 and has since made over 100 appearances for the team, helping them to three Copa Libertadores titles and two Campeonato Paulista trophies.

He joined Internacional in 2020 on a free transfer after leaving Santos and has been their first-choice goalkeeper ever since. 

In January 2022, Alberto joined Corinthians on loan until the end of the season but failed to make an impact at his new club and returned to ZenitSaint Petersburg later that year. 

Yuri Alberto was part of Brazil's U23 squad which reached the final of the Olympic Games in Tokyo this summer but they were beaten by Japan 2-1.

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17. Giovani

Giovani Career

  • 2014–2022: Palmeiras
  • 2021: Palmeiras
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 04:47, 17 February 2022 (UTC)

Giovani Henrique Amorim da Silva is a 19-year old Brazilian forward who currently plays for Atlético Paranaense. 

Giovani has been in the Brazil youth national teams since he was 15, and made his senior international debut in March of 2016.

Giovani's father played professionally in Portugal, while his mother competed at the Olympic Games as a judoka. 

Giovani developed an interest in football at an early age, and spent hours training on his own with colleagues from the local club team.

After impressing during trials with several clubs across Brazil, Giovini signed with Atlético Paranaense ahead of the 2013 season. 

He quickly established himself as one of the most promising young forwards in South America, scoring 14 goals in 37 appearances during his first season with "The Yellow and Blacks".

In December 2015, Giovani joined Italian side Lazio on loan until June 2016; however he failed to make an impact and returned to Atlético Paranaense late into the campaign after making just two substitute appearances for Lazio (both coming against Palermo). 

Ahead of this year's Copa Libertadores tournament, Atlético announced that they had completed a deal which would see midfielder Felipe Caicedo move to San Lorenzo de Almagro along with rights to sign Giovanni for their 2017 campaign.

Both moves were initially speculated to be part of a swap deal involving current AC Milan player Kaka but these reports have since been denied by both clubs.

Currently playing for Brazilian side Atletico Paranaense, Giovanni started out playing mainly as winger before moving upfront last year due to injury problems.

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18. Róger Guedes

Róger Guedes Career

  • 2010: Grêmio
  • 2011–2014: Criciúma
  • 2014–2016: Criciúma
  • 2016–2018: Palmeiras
  • 2018: Atlético Mineiro (loan)
  • 2018–2021: Shandong Luneng
  • 2021: Corinthians
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15:19, 27 October 2021 (UTC)

Guedes is an Atlético Mineiro forward who has played in Brazil and Portugal. He was born on 2 October 1996 in Ibirubá, Brazil. 

Guedes began his career with Corinthians in 2016 and made 23 appearances for the club before moving to Atlético Mineiro in 2018.

In 2017, he won the Campeonato Paulista with Corinthians and helped them reach the Copa Libertadores final where they were runners-up to Independiente de Santa Fe. 

Guedes scored four goals during the Brazilian season which culminated in a victory over Flamengo at the São Paulo Football Cup Final.

He represented Portugal at under-19 level but did not make any caps due to injury problems. Guedes is a versatile midfielder who can play in any of the three central midfield positions. 

He started his career at Grêmio, before moving to Criciúma and then Palmeiras where he established himself as one of Brazil's top midfielders.

Guedes joined Atlético Mineiro on loan for the 2018 season and has since played a key role in the club's successful campaign. 

Corinthians are reportedly interested in signing Guedes permanently, but it remains to be seen what team he will end up playing for next season.

19. Raphael Veiga

Raphael Veiga Career

  • 2010–2013: Pão de Açúcar
  • 2013–2016: Coritiba
  • 2016: Coritiba
  • 2017: Palmeiras
  • 2018: Atlético Paranaense (loan)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of July 2020

Raphael Veiga is an attacking midfielder who currently plays for Palmeiras. He made his professional debut with São Paulo in 2013 and has since played for Rio Ave, Corinthians, Deportivo La Coruña and Palmeiras.

At international level, he has represented Brazil at under-17 and under-20 levels before making his senior debut in 2018. He was a part of the Brazilian squad that finished runners up at the 2021 FIFA Club World Cup.

Raphael Veiga is a versatile player who can play as an attacking midfielder or on the left wing Raphael Veiga is a Brazilian midfielder who currently plays for Palmeiras. 

He made his senior team debut in 2016 and has since played 162 matches for the club, scoring 43 goals.

Raphael was born on February 5th, 1995 in São Paulo, Brazil. After playing for Portuguesa from 2010-2013, he joined Coritiba in 2013 where he stayed until 2016 when he moved to Palmeiras on a permanent basis. 

Raphael is an attacking midfielder who can play both as a second striker or as part of a midfield three; his strengths lie in his passing ability and strong shot accuracy from distance.

In 2018, after loan spells at Atlético Paranaense and Vasco da Gama respectively, Raphael rejoined Palmeiras permanently on July 1st following their purchase of his rights from Vasco da Gama.

20. Artur Victor Guimaraes

Artur Victor Guimaraes Career

  • 2011–2015: Ceará
  • 2015: → Palmeiras (loan)
  • 2016: Palmeiras
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2016–2019: Palmeiras: 6: (0)
  • 2017: → Novorizontino (loan): 5: (0)
  • 2017: → Londrina (loan): 36: (8)
  • 2019: → Bahia (loan): 39: (8)
  • 2020–: Red Bull Bragantino: 85: (15)
  • 2016: Brazil U17: :
  • 2016–2018: Brazil U20: 4: (0)
  • 2019: Brazil U23: 3: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13:34, 8 December 2021 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 2 July 2021

Artur started his youth career at Ceará in 2011. He moved to Palmeiras in 2015 on a loan deal and made an immediate impact, scoring 6 goals in 16 games.

The Brazilian forward was signed by Red Bull Bragantino permanently this year and has already scored 2 goals in 8 appearances for them. Artur is known for his pace and strength up front, which makes him a dangerous player on the pitch.

Artur Victor Guimaraes was born on 7 January 1996 in Brazil. He is a professional footballer who plays as a defender for Palmeiras, and has also played for Novorizontino and Londrina in the past. 

Artur Victor Guimaraes made his senior debut with Palmeiras in 2016, going on to make over 60 appearances for the club before joining Bahia on loan earlier this year.

Artur Victor Guimaraes has represented Brazil at U17 level, U20 level, and now 23-year-old national side where he has made three appearances so far. 

The 20-year old is known for his powerful shot from distance which he uses to score goals regularly for both club and country; having scored 15 times in 85 appearances across all competitions since signing for RB Bragantino back in 2020.

21. Matheuzinho

Matheuzinho Career

  • 2019–2020: Flamengo
  • 2018–2019: Londrina
  • 2020: Flamengo
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 09:10, 12 December 2022 (UTC)

Matheuzinho is a young Brazilian defender who has been playing for Londrina since he was young. Matheus is an exciting, up-and-coming player with great potential and plenty of upside.

Matheuzinho has enjoyed some good performances for Londrina this season, and his skills are sure to be appreciated by bigger clubs in the future. 

He is very strong defensively and can make vital interceptions when needed, as well as provide support going forward from the backline.

Matheuzinho will need to continue putting in consistent performances if he wants to move up the ranks at Londrina; however, there's no doubt that his talent level is high enough to warrant further development at a higher level soon. 

Matheuzinho is a very talented midfielder who has played for Flamengo since the 2019-2020 season.

He has been in great form this year and his contribution to Flamengo's success has been invaluable. Matheuzinho is an excellent passer of the ball and he always tries to make things happen on the pitch. 

He is also good at creating chances for his team mates, which makes him an important member of the squad. Matheuzinho is a hard worker who never gives up on a challenge and he will be crucial for Flamengo as they look to win more trophies in future seasons.

His ability to read the game well means that he can create chances for himself or others even under pressure situations, making him an extremely dangerous player with plenty of potential ahead of him.

22. João Gomes

João Gomes Career

  • 2009–2020: Flamengo
  • 2020: Flamengo
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 03:59, 4 November 2021 (UTC)

João Gomes is a Brazilian midfielder who currently plays for Fluminense. João Gomes has represented Brazil at under-17 and u-20 level, scoring 3 goals in total.

In 2017, Joao Gomes was named in the squad for the Brazillian national team's Copa America Centenario tournament. 

At 21 years old, João Gomes is still very young and has plenty of potentials to develop into one of the world's best midfielders João Gomes is a Brazilian midfielder who currently plays for Flamengo.

He has played for the club since 2009 and has made over 100 appearances in all competitions. João Gomes is known for his dribbling ability and passing accuracy, which have seen him play an important role in Flamengo's midfield over the past few seasons.

João Gomes was part of Brazil's under-20 squad that won the Olympic gold medal in 2016, and he is also likely to be called up to the senior team soon after winning the Copa América Centenario this year.

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23. Rony

Rony Career

  • 2015: Cruzeiro
  • 2014–2015: Remo
  • 2015–2016: Cruzeiro
  • 2016: Náutico (loan)
  • 2017–2018: Albirex Niigata
  • 2018–2020: Athletico Paranaense
  • 2020: Palmeiras
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 6 December 2021

Rony is a Brazilian forward who currently plays for Palmeiras. Rony began his career with Goiás before joining Palmeiras in 2017. Rony has scored 28 goals and provided 10 assists in 95 appearances for Palmeiras.

At the age of 27, Rony is still young and has plenty of potential to grow as a player. With 28 goals and 10 assists over the last three seasons, Rony is an important part of Palmeiras' attacking lineup. 

Rony is a talented young player who has been impressing for Cruzeiro since he joined the club in 2015.

He has made 49 appearances and scored 14 goals for them in all competitions so far during his senior career, which shows his importance to the team. 

Rony is currently on loan at Náutico of Brazil's top flight and he is looking forward to helping them achieve success this season. 

He will be returning to Palmeiras later this year after completing his loan deal with Náutico, where he hopes to continue playing at a high level for many years to come.

24. Pedrinho

Pedrinho Career

  • 2005–2010: CSA
  • 2011–2013: Vitória
  • 2013–2019: Corinthians
  • 2017–2020: Corinthians
  • 2020–2021: Benfica
  • 2021: Shakhtar Donetsk
  • 2022: Atlético Mineiro (loan)
  • 2019–2020: Brazil U23
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14 November 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 2 July 2021

Pedrinho is an attacking midfielder who currently plays for Atlético Mineiro on loan from Shakhtar Donetsk. 

Pedrinho enjoyed a successful youth career with local club Maceió, winning several accolades including the Campeonato Alagoano and Copa João Havelange in 2017.

In January 2020, it was announced that Pedrinho had joined Benfica on a four-and-a-half year contract for a reported €28m (£24m). 

After making his debut for Benfica against Rio Ave in the Portuguese Cup on 6 February 2020, he made his Primeira Liga debut two days later against Sporting CP.

Pedrinho has scored three goals in 18 appearances for Benfica so far this season, helping them to fourth place in the Primeira Liga standings as of 25 October 2020 Pedrinho is a quick, skillful midfielder who has played for several top Brazilian clubs. 

Pedrinho was one of the standout players at the 2017 Confederations Cup, earning tournament MVP honours in the process.

He joined Corinthians in January 2019 and has quickly established himself as a key player for them; he’s also been called up to Brazil’s U23 squad. 

Pedrinho is versatile and can play anywhere across midfield or defence, making him difficult to stop on either side of the pitch. 

His speed and technical ability make him an extremely dangerous player, capable of scoring goals both from long range or inside the area; he’s always looking to take on defenders head-on with his dribbling skills.

With just over 100 appearances under his belt already, there’s no doubt that Pedrinho is one of Brazlia's most experienced players - expect big things from him in future years.

25. Abner Vinícius

Abner Vinícius Career

  • 2019: Ponte Preta
  • 2019: Athletico Paranaense
  • 2019–2021: Brazil U23

Abner Vinícius is a left-back who currently plays for Brazilian side Athletico Paranaense. The young defender started his career with local club Grêmio Prudente before moving to Sao Paulo-based Mogi Mirim in 2016.

After impressing at youth level, Abner was called up to the Brazil U20 squad for their run to the semi-finals of the 2017 South American Under 20 Championship in Uruguay. 

He made his senior debut for ATHLETICO PARANAENSE in a 1-0 victory over Paraná on 21 February 2018 and has since featured prominently for them both domestically and internationally, including at this year's Copa do Brasil where they reached the semi-final stage before losing out 3-1 on aggregate to Santos FC.

With 16 appearances and one goal under his belt, Abner is regarded as an important part of ATHLETICO PARANAENSE's plans going forward, particularly given that he will be eligible to represent.

Brazil at the international level from 2021 onwards thanks to naturalization proceedings begun by then-manager Tite during his time in charge of the Seleção B team last year.

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26. Marcos Rocha

Marcos Rocha Career

  • : Bela Vista
  • 2005–2008: Atlético Mineiro
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2008–2019: Atlético Mineiro: 227: (10)
  • 2008: → Uberlândia (loan): :
  • 2008: → CRB (loan): 27: (3)
  • 2010: → Ponte Preta (loan): 9: (0)
  • 2010–2011: → América Mineiro (loan): 68: (5)
  • 2018: → Palmeiras (loan): 34: (1)
  • 2019–: Palmeiras: 104: (4)
  • 2013–: Brazil: 2: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 15:44, 6 December 2021 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 14:53, 26 January 2017 (UTC)

Marcos Rocha is a Brazilian defender who currently plays for Palmeiras. Rocha started his career with Bela Vista before moving to Europe to play for Dutch side Feyenoord in 2008.

In 2010, he joined Italian club Genoa and played 67 times over the next 3 seasons before joining Palmeiras in 2015. He has represented Brazil at Under-20 level and was part of the team that won the 2009 South American Youth Championship title.

At international level, Marcos Rocha has made 23 appearances for Brazil including 2 World Cup qualifiers as well as 4 Copa America matches where he scored one goal against Chile in 2016 Marcos Rocha is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Palmeiras.

He began his career with Atlético Mineiro, before moving to Uberlândia on loan in 2008. After returning to Atlético, he joined CRB on loan in 2010 and Ponte Preta on loan in 2011. In 2018, he moved to Palmeiras on a season-long loan deal and made 34 appearances over the course of the campaign.

The following year he rejoined his former club Palmeiras on an identical deal but played just 104 minutes due to injury before being released at the end of 2019 season. Marcos has represented Brazil at under-20 level and was part of their squad that won the 2013 South American Youth Championship title.

27. Weverton Pereira da Silva

Weverton Pereira da Silva Career

  • : Andirá
  • : Juventus-AC
  • 2006–2007: Corinthians
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2007–2009: Corinthians: 0: (0)
  • 2007: → Remo (loan): 1: (0)
  • 2009: → Oeste (loan): 18: (0)
  • 2009: → América de Natal (loan): 16: (0)
  • 2010: Botafogo-SP: 22: (0)
  • 2010–2012: Portuguesa: 101: (0)
  • 2012–2017: Atlético Paranaense: 241: (0)
  • 2018–: Palmeiras: 172: (0)
  • 2016: Brazil Olympic: 6: (0)
  • 2016–: Brazil: 9: (0)

Weverton is a Brazilian goalkeeper who currently plays for Palmeiras. He made his senior debut with Corinthians in 2007, and has since played for Juventus-AC, Atlético Mineiro and Botafogo Brasil.

Weverton was part of the Brazil U20 team that won the 2005 FIFA World Youth Championship, as well as appearing at the 2006 and 2010 Copa América tournaments. 

In 2012 he joined Portuguese club Porto on loan before joining them permanently in 2013; during his time there he helped them to win the Primeira Liga title in 2014–15 season.

Weverton completed a move to Palmeiras ahead of the 2018–19 campaign, helping them qualify for Europe for the first time in their history thereby earning himself international recognition from UEFA.

Having kept 17 clean sheets across all competitions so far this season,[3] Weverton is widely regarded as one of top goalkeepers in world football today. Weverton's senior career covers four seasons (2011−2013).

28. Germán Cano

Germán Cano Career

  • –2007: Lanús
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2007–2011: Lanús: 17: (2)
  • 2009–2010: → Chacarita (loan): 18: (1)
  • 2011: → Colón (loan): 5: (0)
  • 2011: → Deportivo Pereira (loan): 18: (9)
  • 2012: Nacional: 12: (2)
  • 2012–2014: Independiente Medellín: 87: (51)
  • 2015–2018: Pachuca: 25: (4)
  • 2016–2017: → León (loan): 43: (11)
  • 2018: → Independiente Medellín (loan): 47: (32)
  • 2019: Independiente Medellín: 37: (34)
  • 2020–2021: Vasco da Gama: 86: (38)
  • 2022–: Fluminense: 52: (33)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 November 2022

Germán Cano is a talented Argentine forward who currently plays for Fluminense. He started his career at Lanús before moving to top-flight side Flamengo in 2007.

In 2013, he joined Atlético Madrid on loan and helped the club win La Liga that season. He rejoined Flamengo in 2014 and has since been an important part of their team, scoring 27 goals in 87 appearances so far.

Germán Cano was born on 2 January 1988 in Posadas, Misiones province, Argentina. He made his international debut for Argentina in 2008 and has since won 34 caps, scoring six goals Germán Cano is a Colombian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Mexican club Pachuca and the Colombia national team.

He started his career with Lanús, before joining Chacarita Juniors in 2009. He then moved to Colón on loan in 2011, before rejoining Chacarita the following year. 

In 2012 he joined Nacional of Uruguay, where he won 12 league titles and two Copa Libertadores trophies between 2012 and 2014. After leaving Nacional, Cano signed for Independiente Medellín of Colombia on a three-year deal in 2015.

With them, he won 47 domestic titles (32 consecutively) and reached the 2018 FIFA World Cup final; however, they were defeated by Liverpool FC on penalties after a 1–1 draw in Moscow.

On 29 January 2019, it was announced that Cano had transferred to fellow Colombian side Independiente Medellín on loan until 2021 with an option to buy at the end of that season.
Germán Cano has also represented Colombia at the international level since 2007.

He made his debut against Peru in March 2007 and went onto make 87 appearances for his country over six years (51 goals).

29. Diego Souza

Diego Souza Career

  • 2002–2003: Fluminense
  • 2003–2005: Fluminense
  • 2005–2007: Benfica
  • 2005–2006: → Flamengo (loan)
  • 2007: → Grêmio (loan)
  • 2008–2010: Palmeiras
  • 2010–2011: Atlético Mineiro
  • 2011–2012: Vasco da Gama
  • 2012: Al-Ittihad
  • 2013: Cruzeiro
  • 2013–2015: Metalist Kharkiv
  • 2014–2015: → Sport Recife (loan)
  • 2016: Fluminense
  • 2016–2017: Sport Recife
  • 2018–2019: São Paulo
  • 2019: → Botafogo (loan)
  • 2020–: Grêmio
  • : Brazil U17[citation needed]
  • 2005: Brazil U20
  • 2009–2017: Brazil
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 03:44, 25 November 2021 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 7 January 2018

Diego Souza is a Brazilian forward who currently plays for Grêmio. Diego Souza began his career at Fluminense, before moving to Benfica in 2005. He spent two seasons with the Portuguese club before joining Flamengo on loan in 2006.

After a successful spell at Flamengo, where he scored 23 goals in 55 appearances, Diego Souza joined Grêmio permanently in 2007. 

In 2008 and 2009, Diego Souza enjoyed further success with Grêmio as they won back-to-back Brasileirão titles; this was followed by silverware at the Copa Libertadores and FIFA Club World Cup respectively.

On 2 July 2017, it was announced that Diego Souza had signed for English side Liverpool on a five-year contract worth £26 million.

Having made an impressive debut for Liverpool against Tottenham Hotspur on 18 August 2017, Diego Souza went onto score his first goal for the Reds against AFC Bournemouth three days later.

Alongside Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino (both of whom also came from Fluminense), Diego has helped lead Liverpool to their second consecutive Premier League title.

8.$26million may not seem like much compared to some other transfers over recent years but considering how long he's been playing professional football – since 2002 – it's actually quite significant.

30. Fred

Fred Career

  • 2001–2003: América Mineiro
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2003–2004: América Mineiro: 54: (31)
  • 2004–2005: Cruzeiro: 56: (37)
  • 2005–2009: Lyon: 87: (34)
  • 2009–2016: Fluminense: 233: (142)
  • 2016–2017: Atlético Mineiro: 69: (34)
  • 2018–2020: Cruzeiro: 56: (21)
  • 2020–2022: Fluminense: 71: (17)
  • Total: : 626: (316)
  • 2005–2014: Brazil: 39: (18)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Fred is a striker who has played for several clubs in his career, most notably América Mineiro and Brazil. Fred was part of the Brazilian team that won the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup.

Fred retired from professional football in 2016 after playing for Corinthians FC. Fred is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Atlético Mineiro. Fred made his professional debut with América Mineiro in 2003, and has since played for Lyon, Fluminense, Cruzeiro and Atlético Mineiro.

Fred represented Brazil at Under-20 level before making his senior international debut in 2005. Fred scored the winning goal against Ecuador to win the 2017 Copa America Centenario tournament and was named man of the match. 

Fred is known for his explosive pace on the pitch and has been described as "the fastest player in South America".

In December 2018, Fred signed a new contract with Atlético which will keep him at the club until 2022.

31. Fernando Miguel

Fernando Miguel Career

  • 2003: Guarani-VA
  • 2004: Caxias
  • 2005: Grêmio
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2005: Grêmio: 0: (0)
  • 2006: Brasil de Pelotas: :
  • 2007: Porto Alegre: :
  • 2008: Novo Hamburgo: :
  • 2008: Arapongas: :
  • 2008: Londrina: :
  • 2009–2010: Esportivo: 19: (0)
  • 2011–2012: Lajeadense: 31: (0)
  • 2012–2014: Juventude: 46: (0)
  • 2013: → Vitória (loan): 0: (0)
  • 2014–2018: Vitória: 151: (0)
  • 2018–2021: Vasco da Gama: 122: (0)
  • 2021: → Atlético Goianiense (loan): 54: (0)
  • 2022–: Fortaleza: 8: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 17 July 2022

Fernando Miguel is a goalkeeper and has played for Fortaleza in Brazil. Fernando Miguel was born on February 2nd, 1985 in Venâncio Aires, Brazil. He started his career at Guarani-VA before moving to Caxias in 2004 and then Grêmio the next year.

In 2013 he joined Fortaleza and has since made over 100 appearances for them scoring five goals during that time span. Fernando Miguel is known as an excellent shot-stopper who also commands the back four well with his strong positional play. 

Fernando Miguel was part of Brazil's squad at the 2014 World Cup but did not feature in any matches due to injury.

He will be looking to help Fortaleza qualify for the Copa Libertadores this season Fernando Miguel is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a midfielder for Vitória. 

He started his career with Grêmio, and made over 100 appearances in the Brasileirão before moving to Porto Alegre in 2007. In 2008, he joined Novo Hamburgo in the North American Soccer League (NASL).

After two seasons with Novo Hamburgo, Fernando moved to Arapongas in Brazil's top division; here he won promotion to the Série A after finishing second behind Fluminense FC in 2010. 

In 2012, he signed for Lajeadense of Brazil's Serie B; however, after only one year at the club, he was loaned out to Vitória ahead of their 2014 campaign in Brazil's top flight.

During which they finished runners-up behind Corinthians FC and qualified for the Copa Libertadores de América semi-finals where they were eliminated by River Plate The following season saw him make 31 appearances for Vitória en route to being voted.

Player of The Year by journalists from all 32 clubs competing in Brazil’s first division – thus earning him a transfer move away from his home country once again this time joining Atlético Goianiense on a four-year contract worth R$8million (£3 million).

Atletico Goianiense relegated him at the end of 2017–18 but despite not featuring regularly due to injury throughout 2018–19 Fernando rejoined Vasco da Gama on 1 July 2019 on another 4 year deal reported be worth around R$12 million (£4 million).

32. Luciano da Rocha Neves

Luciano da Rocha Neves Career

  • 2003–2010: Anápolis
  • 2010–2012: Atlético Goianiense
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2012–2013: Atlético Goianiense: 5: (1)
  • 2013–2014: Avaí: 23: (5)
  • 2014–2017: Corinthians: 54: (12)
  • 2016–2017: → Leganés (loan): 25: (4)
  • 2017: → Panathinaikos (loan): 4: (0)
  • 2018: Panathinaikos: 5: (2)
  • 2018–2019: Fluminense: 24: (7)
  • 2019–2020: Grêmio: 20: (5)
  • 2020–: São Paulo: 76: (30)
  • 2015: Brazil U23: 6: (5)

Luciano da Rocha Neves is a Brazilian forward who currently plays for São Paulo. Luciano was born on 5 May 1993 in Anápolis, Brazil. Luciano started his career with local side Anápolis before moving to Atlético Goianiense in 2010.

In 2012, Luciano joined Avaí and made 23 appearances over two seasons with the club before joining São Paulo in January 2014. Luciano has five apps for Atlético Goianiense and 23 apps for Avaí during his senior career so far Luciano da Rocha Neves was born on the 17th of September, 1995 in Brazil.

Luciano started his footballing career with Corinthians, where he would make 54 appearances and score 12 goals between 2014-2017. In 2016-2017, he joined Leganés on loan before joining Panathinaikos in 2017 on a temporary basis. 

Luciano made his Fluminense debut in 2018 and has since played 24 times for them, scoring seven goals along the way.

He is currently with São Paulo and has scored 30 goals in 76 appearances for them so far - making him their all time top scorer.

33. Bruno Henrique

Bruno Henrique Career

  • 2012: Cruzeiro
  • 2012: Uberlândia (loan)
  • 2013–2015: Uberlândia
  • 2014: Itumbiara (loan)
  • 2015–2016: Goiás
  • 2016–2017: VfL Wolfsburg
  • 2017–2019: Santos
  • 2019: Flamengo
  • 2019: Brazil
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:37, 30 June 2022 (UTC), ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 11 September 2019

Bruno Henrique is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays for Flamengo. He has previously played for Palmeiras, Atlético-MG and Santos Laguna in Brazil.

In international football, he has represented his country at under-17, under-20 and senior levels. After impressing with Flamengo during the 2018 season, Bruno Henrique was named captain of the team in 2019. 

He can also play as a forward or winger and is known for his pace and dribbling ability。 Bruno Henrique is a Brazilian footballer who currently plays for Flamengo.

Bruno Henriel was born on 10 November 1990 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He started his career at Uberlândia before joining Goiás in 2013 where he made 49 appearances and scored 12 goals over three seasons. 

In January 2016, he joined VfL Wolfsburg on loan but failed to make an impact there and returned to Goiás two months later without playing a single game for the club. 

In 2017, Bruno transferred to Santos where he has since played 69 times and scored 40 goals - making him the club's all-time leading scorer alongside Neymar Jr.

On 9 September 2019, he represented Brazil at the World Cup qualification match against Chile which they won 2-1 with his teammate Arthur Melo scoring one of the goals.

34. Hulk

Hulk Career

  • 1998–2000: Serrano-PB
  • 2000: Campinense
  • 2001–2002: Vilanovense
  • 2002: São Paulo
  • 2003–2004: Vitória
  • 2004–2006: Vitória
  • 2005: Kawasaki Frontale (loan)
  • 2006–2008: Kawasaki Frontale
  • 2006: Consadole Sapporo (loan)
  • 2007: Tokyo Verdy (loan)
  • 2008: Tokyo Verdy
  • 2008–2012: Porto
  • 2012–2016: Zenit Saint Petersburg
  • 2016–2020: Shanghai SIPG
  • 2021: Atlético Mineiro
  • 2012: Brazil Olympic (O.P.)
  • 2009–2021: Brazil

Hulk is a Brazilian forward who has played for Atlético Mineiro since joining in 2013. He made his debut with the club during the 2013 Copa Libertadores and scored against River Plate in the semi-final.

Hulk helped Atlético to win both of their 2014 Campeonato Brasileiro titles, scoring 19 goals along the way including two in the final against São Paulo which clinched victory on penalties after a 1–1 draw at full time.

In 2015 he signed for Russian side Zenit Saint Petersburg where he won silverware with them, notably contributing 16 goals as they were runners up to Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League Final.

After returning to Brazil following his stint abroad, Hulk rejoined Atlético Mineiro ahead of their 2018 season.[4] He has also represented Brazil at international level, making his senior debut back in 2009 and appearing at three World Cups (2014, 2018 & 2022).

Givanildo Vieira de Sousa was born on 25 July 1986,and is commonly known as "Hulk".[6][7]He began playing football aged six ,joining Serrano-PB before moving onto Campinense later that year.

In 2001 he joined Vitória SC,[10][11];scoring 13 times over two seasons before signing for São Paulo FC,[12]for whom he would score 21 league goals from 2004 until 2006.

It was while at these clubs that Hulk gained first team experience; appearing 45 times across all competitions between 2003 and 2005 whilst representing Brazil youth teams at various tournaments such as U17 South American Championships (2003) and U20 World Cup qualifiers (2004).'

On 26 August 2007 it was announced that Hulk had agreed terms with English Premier League side Manchester United; however, this move fell through due to visa complications.

Returning home once more – this time joining Racing Club de Avellaneda – it wasn’t long until European sides came calling once again: first Spanish outfit Real Madrid CF,[16][17], before finally agreeing on personal terms with Italian Serie A champions Juventus Football Club four days later.

Moving stateside yet again less than twelve months later when reigning Japanese J1 League champions Vissel Kobe Fc., managed by José Mourinho invited him into pre-season training prior to their 2008 campaign;the contract being.

35. Jô

Jô Career

  • 1994–2003: Corinthians
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2003–2005: Corinthians: 98: (14)
  • 2005–2008: CSKA Moscow: 53: (30)
  • 2008–2011: Manchester City: 21: (1)
  • 2009: → Everton (loan): 12: (5)
  • 2009–2010: → Everton (loan): 15: (0)
  • 2010–2011: → Galatasaray (loan): 14: (3)
  • 2011–2012: Internacional: 29: (5)
  • 2012–2015: Atlético Mineiro: 94: (28)
  • 2015–2016: Al Shabab: 13: (8)
  • 2016: Jiangsu Suning: 17: (6)
  • 2017: Corinthians: 51: (24)
  • 2018–2020: Nagoya Grampus: 65: (30)
  • 2020–2022: Corinthians: 62: (15)
  • 2022–: Ceará: 0: (0)
  • 2008: Brazil U23: 7: (3)
  • 2007–2014: Brazil: 20: (5)

João Alves de Assis Silva, commonly known as Jô, is a Brazilian striker. He has played for CSKA Moscow and Manchester City in the Premier League. Jô was born on 20 March 1987 in São Paulo, Brazil.

Jô started his career at Corinthians before moving to Russia to play for CSKA Moscow and then Manchester City. In 2008 he won the Russian Cup with CSKA Moscow and also helped them win the UEFA Champions League that year after scoring in their 3-1 victory over Barcelona in the final.

In 2009 he joined Everton on loan but returned to Manchester City later that year after only playing 12 games for Everton due to injury problems. 

After recovering from injury, Jô made an impact during Pep Guardiola's first season at Man City by scoring 21 goals in 38 appearances helping them reach the FA Cup Final where they lost 2-1 against Wigan Athletic.

Jô has since struggled with injuries again which have kept him out of action for large parts of two seasons (2015–16 & 2016–17). However he did make a return to football earlier this year when he featured for Ceará on loan from Atlético Madrid until December 2020.

36. Éverton Ribeiro

Éverton Ribeiro Career

  • : Santa Isabel FC
  • 2001–2007: Corinthians
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2007–2011: Corinthians: 14: (0)
  • 2008–2011: → São Caetano (loan): 99: (8)
  • 2011–2013: Coritiba: 66: (14)
  • 2013–2015: Cruzeiro: 88: (19)
  • 2015–2017: Al-Ahli: 60: (17)
  • 2017–: Flamengo: 234: (27)
  • 2009: Brazil U20[4]: 4: (0)
  • 2014–: Brazil: 22: (3)

Ribeiro is a Brazilian attacking midfielder who currently plays for Flamengo. Corinthians in 2007 and went on to make over 140 appearances for the club before joining Flamengo in 2018.

Flamengo. With Brazil having been drawn into the Copa America Centenario, Éverton will be looking to help his country reach the final stages of the tournament after failing to do so at both World Cup tournaments he has participated in (2014 & 2018).

Outside of football, Éverton enjoys spending time with friends and family as well as playing video games; two passions that he shares with many other professional athletes nowadays.

37. Diego Tardelli

Diego Tardelli Career

  • : Partner Football
  • 2000: → Santos (loan)
  • 2001–2003: União Barbarense
  • 2003–2004: São Paulo
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2004–2007: São Paulo: 114: (31)
  • 2006: → Betis (loan): 12: (0)
  • 2006: → São Caetano (loan): 7: (1)
  • 2006–2007: → PSV (loan): 13: (3)
  • 2008: Flamengo: 29: (5)
  • 2009–2011: Atlético Mineiro: 94: (56)
  • 2011: Anzhi Makhachkala: 13: (0)
  • 2012: Al-Gharafa: 24: (13)
  • 2013–2014: Atlético Mineiro: 69: (23)
  • 2015–2018: Shandong Luneng: 73: (41)
  • 2019: Grêmio: 35: (5)
  • 2020–2021: Atlético Mineiro: 9: (2)
  • 2021: Santos: 12: (1)
  • 2005: Brazil U20: 2: (0)
  • 2009–2015: Brazil: 14: (3)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 01:52, 11 December 2021 (UTC)

Diego Tardelli is a Brazilian forward who has played for clubs in Brazil, Italy and Russia. He joined Russian side Anzhi Makhachkala in 2011 after spells with Santos and São Paulo.

At international level, Tardelli has represented Brazil at Under-20 and Under-23 levels as well as the full national team. 

In total, he has made over 150 appearances for his country, scoring 34 goals including two during the 2014 World Cup Qualifier campaign which saw them qualify for their first ever tournament on European soil.

Diego Tardelli is known for his powerful strikes from distance and quick footwork on the ground; both of which have seen him score some truly memorable goals throughout his career so far. 

Diego Tardelli is a Brazilian midfielder who has played for clubs such as Atlético Mineiro, Shandong Luneng and Grêmio. Diego Tardelli was born on January 4th, 1985 in the city of São Paulo.

Diego started his career with Atlético Mineiro before moving to Chinese side Shandong Luneng in 2009. He returned to Brazil in 2011 and signed for Anzhi Makhachkala where he made over 100 appearances during three seasons playing Champions League football twice. 

In 2015, Tardelli moved back to Brazil again when he joined Atlético Mineiro Once more he helped the club win their sixth league title and also lifted another Copa Libertadores trophy later that year.

In 2018, after helping Grêmio reach the semi-finals of the Brasileirão championship, Diego joined Santos on a season long loan deal from Atlético Mineiro until 2021.

38. Ricardo Oliveira

Ricardo Oliveira Career

  • 1997–1999: Corinthians
  • 1999–2000: Portuguesa
  • 2000–2002: Portuguesa
  • 2003: Santos
  • 2003–2004: Valencia
  • 2004–2006: Betis
  • 2006: São Paulo (loan)
  • 2006–2008: Milan
  • 2007–2008: Zaragoza (loan)
  • 2008–2009: Zaragoza
  • 2009: Betis
  • 2009–2014: Al Jazira
  • 2010: São Paulo (loan)
  • 2014: Al Wasl
  • 2015–2017: Santos
  • 2018–2020: Atlético Mineiro
  • 2020–2021: Coritiba
  • 2022: Athletic
  • 2004–2016: Brazil
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 February 2021, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 00:00, 30 March 2016 (UTC)

Ricardo Oliveira is a Brazilian striker who currently plays for Athletic Bilbao in Spain. Ricardo was born on May 6th, 1980 in São Paulo and started his career at Corinthians before moving to Portuguesa in 2000.

He had brief spells with Santos and Athletic during his time as a professional footballer, but he is best known for his time at Porto where he scored 20 goals over two seasons. 

In 2002, Ricardo moved to Spain to play for Atlético Madrid and has since been playing out the rest of his career there, retiring from football after helping Athletic win La Liga last season.

After retirement from football, Ricardo became an ambassador for various charities including UNICEF Brazil which helps improve the lives of children in need around the world through education programmes Ricardo Oliveira is a Brazilian midfielder who currently plays for Atlético Mineiro. 

He started his career at Valencia, before moving to Betis in Spain and then Milan in Italy. In 2011 he moved back to Brazil with Al Jazira and helped them win the Emir of Qatar Cup that year. 

After two seasons with Santos, he joined Santos in 2016 and has since made over 100 appearances for the club. Ricardo Oliveira has also won caps for Brazil at international level, but has not played since 2016 due to injury problems.

39. Júnior Alonso

Júnior Alonso Career

  • 2011–2012: Cerro Porteño
  • 2013–2016: Cerro Porteño
  • 2017–2020: Lille
  • 2018: Celta (loan)
  • 2019–2020: Boca Juniors (loan)
  • 2020–2021: Atlético Mineiro
  • 2022: Krasnodar
  • 2022: Atlético Mineiro (loan)
  • 2013: Paraguay U-20
  • 2013: Paraguay
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 14 November 2022, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 2 April 2022

Alonso began his career with Cerro Porteño in 2011. He made 21 appearances for the Paraguayan national team between 2012 and 2018, scoring one goal. Alonso joined Krasnodar in January 2019.

Júnior Alonso is a Colombian international footballer who plays for French club Lille and the Colombia national team. 

Júnior has played 136 games for Argentine side Cerro Porteño, 46 games for Belgian side Lille, 9 games on loan at Celta de Vigo in Spain and 32 appearances for Brazilian outfit Atlético Mineiro since making his professional debut in 2013.

Alonso came to prominence with Paraguay's U20 team, where he helped them win the 2013 South American Youth Championship before being called up to the senior squad by then-coach Jorge Sampaoli in March of that year. 

The 23-year old made his full international debut against Venezuela on 5 October 2013, going onto make 47 appearances and score two goals over the following three years while representing Colombia at Copa América Centenario (2015) as well as both World Cups (2018 & 2022).

In August 2018 it was announced that Júnior would join Belgian champions Lille on a season long loan deal with an option to buy after impressing during stints with Atlético Mineiro and Boca Juniors earlier in his career.

He scored nine times whilst playing 21 matches between January 2019 and February 2020 prior to returning to Atlético Mineiro permanently ahead of their UEFA Champions League campaign which ended without success early this month.

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40. Everton

Everton Career

  • 2005–2007: Paraná
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2006–2008: Paraná: 70: (7)
  • 2008–2009: Desportivo Brasil: 0: (0)
  • 2008–2009: → Flamengo (loan): 47: (4)
  • 2010–2013: Tigres UANL: 15: (0)
  • 2011: → Botafogo (loan): 28: (1)
  • 2012: → Suwon Bluewings (loan): 29: (7)
  • 2013: → Athletico Paranaense (loan): 33: (3)
  • 2014–2018: Flamengo: 162: (24)
  • 2018–2020: São Paulo: 62: (8)
  • 2020–: Grêmio: 24: (2)
  • 2022: → Cuiabá (loan): 0: (0)
  • 2022–: → Ponte Preta (loan): 0: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 03:13, 25 November 2021 (UTC)

Everton is a Brazilian winger who has played for Flamengo, Ponte Preta and Grêmio. He joined Ponte Preta on loan from Grêmio in January 2017. Everton made his debut for Brazil in 2007 and has since appeared at FIFA World Cups in 2010 and 2014.

Everton was born on 11 December 1988 in Nortelândia, Brazil. He is 1'72 m (5 ft 7in) tall and plays as an attacking midfielder or winger for clubs such as Flamengo, Ponte Preta and Grêmio football clubs respectively Everton are a professional football club based in Liverpool, England.

They compete in the English Premier League. Everton's home ground is Goodison Park and they have played at this ground since 1892. Everton were formed in 1878 as St Domingo Blues, changing their name to Everton in 1881. The club reached the FA Cup final for the first time in 1914 but lost 2–1 to Manchester United.

During World War II, Everton were active both on and off the field, with many of their players serving overseas or playing for anti-fascist organizations such as The Specials or The Friends Provident Football Club Ltd (a wartime team). 

After the war, David Moyes led Everton to two successive top four finishes before being appointed manager of Manchester United; he was replaced by Ronald Koeman in 2016 and led them back into European competition for the first time since the 2007/08 season.

Where they finished 3rd place behind Real Madrid and Ajax Amsterdam respectively UEFA Champions League group stage appearances: 4 Player stats - including average position after every 90 minutes played, shot accuracy % from inside penalty area.

41. Claudinho

Claudinho Career

  • 2003–2015: Santos
  • 2015–2016: Corinthians
  • 2015–2017: Corinthians
  • 2016: Bragantino (loan)
  • 2017: Santo André (loan)
  • 2017–2019: Ponte Preta
  • 2018: Red Bull Brasil (loan)
  • 2018: Oeste (loan)
  • 2018–2019: Red Bull Brasil (loan)
  • 2019–2021: Red Bull Bragantino
  • 2021: Zenit Saint Petersburg
  • 2021: Brazil U23

Claudinho is a Brazilian attacking midfielder who signed with Russian side Zenit Saint Petersburg in 2018. Claudinho made his senior debut for Corinthians in 2016, before joining Bragantino on loan the following year.

A product of Santos' youth system, Claudinho has played primarily as an attacking midfielder throughout his career to date. 

He capped off 2017 by being named Brazil's Young Player of the Year at the FINA World Youth Championship in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Having already earned over 50 caps for Brazil at international level, Claudinho is likely to feature prominently for his country during the 2019 Copa America Centenario and 2020 Olympic Games campaigns.

With experience playing both at club and international level under his belt, it will be interesting to see how much further Claudinho can progress with Zenit Saint Petersburg next season.

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42. Darío Conca

Darío Conca Career

  • 1999–2000: Tigre
  • 2000–2002: River Plate
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1999–2000: Tigre: 0: (0)
  • 2000–2008: River Plate: 14: (2)
  • 2004–2006: → Universidad Católica (loan): 65: (13)
  • 2006: → Rosario Central (loan): 13: (0)
  • 2007: → Vasco da Gama (loan): 30: (6)
  • 2008: → Fluminense (loan): 30: (4)
  • 2009–2011: Fluminense: 81: (17)
  • 2011–2013: Guangzhou Evergrande: 65: (33)
  • 2014: Fluminense: 37: (9)
  • 2015–2018: Shanghai SIPG: 46: (13)
  • 2017: → Flamengo (loan): 2: (0)
  • 2019: Austin Bold: 3: (0)
  • 2002: Argentina U20: 9: (1)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 18 April 2019, ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 13 January 2016

The attacking midfielder is 39 years old and has played for Tigre, River Plate, and Boca Juniors in his career. Conca was born in General Pacheco, Argentina on May 11th 1983.

He started playing football at a young age with local team Tigre before moving to River Plate in 2000 where he made over 100 appearances over the next four seasons. In 2002 Conca joined Boca Juniors where he became an important part of their midfield until injuries forced him out of action midway through the 2007 season.

After recovering from his injury, Conca signed with Independiente Medellín but left after one season due to financial reasons. In January 2009 it was announced that Darío had been transferred to Italian side Siena on a free transfer. 

However, just nine months later he moved back to Argentina again this time joining Racing Club de Avellaneda.

At the end of 2013-14 CONCA returned once more to Europe signing for Israeli club Hapoel Tel Aviv FC who were competing in Liga Leumit at the time. 

He spent two seasons there before retiring from professional football at the end of 2016-17 season aged 38 years old having made 118 appearances across all competitions during his career.

43. Miranda

Miranda Career

  • 2000–2001: Portuguesa Londrinense
  • 2001–2004: Coritiba
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2004–2005: Coritiba: 49: (2)
  • 2005–2006: Sochaux: 20: (0)
  • 2006–2011: São Paulo: 128: (4)
  • 2011–2015: Atlético Madrid: 117: (8)
  • 2015–2019: Inter Milan: 109: (1)
  • 2019–2020: Jiangsu Suning: 28: (2)
  • 2021–2022: São Paulo: 43: (0)
  • 2009–2019: Brazil: 58: (3)

Born in Paranavaí, Miranda started his career with Portuguesa Londrinense. After spells at Coritiba and Sochaux, he joined São Paulo where he made 128 appearances over four seasons.

In July 2011, Miranda moved to Atlético Madrid for a fee of €9 million (£7 million). He won the Copa del Rey in his first season with Atlético Madrid, but left the club after their defeat in the 2014 Champions League Final to Barcelona.

On 14 August 2014, Miranda signed for English side Chelsea on a three-year contract.[2] He made his debut for Chelsea on 17 August against Stoke City, and played throughout Chelsea's victorious campaign that saw them win the Premier League title.

With one year remaining on his contract at Stamford Bridge, Miranda was allowed to leave by new manager Antonio Conte joining Brazilian club Flamengo on 30 June 2018.

44. Marcelo Cirino

Career

  • 2008–2009: Atlético Paranaense
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2009–2019: Athletico Paranaense: 173: (48)
  • 2011: → Vitória (loan): 15: (1)
  • 2015–2017: → Flamengo (loan): 84: (19)
  • 2017: → Internacional (loan): 9: (1)
  • 2017–2018: → Al Nasr (loan): 19: (10)
  • 2020–2021: Chongqing Lifan: 16: (5)
  • 2021–2022: Bahia: 0: (0)
  • 2022–: Athletico Paranaense: 0: (0)
  • 2008–2009: Brazil U17: 0: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 31 December 2020

Marcelo Cirino is a Brazilian forward who currently plays for Brazilian side, Athletico Paranaense. He began his career with Atlético Paranaense before moving to Spanish outfit Cartagena in 2013.

At the age of just 20, Marcelo made his senior international debut for Brazil in November 2016 and has since gone on to make 10 appearances for the Seleção. A versatile forward, Marcelo can play as an attacking midfielder or up front and is known for his quick feet and clinical finishing at goal.

In 2017, he was named player of the year by both Série A club Corinthians and Brazilian football magazine GestiFute. 

After impressing during Copa America Centenario qualifying, Marcelo joined fellow South American country Chile on loan in January 2018 until June 2019 Marcelo Cirino is a Brazilian attacking midfielder who currently plays for Argentine club Athletico Paranaense.

He made his professional debut in 2009 and has since played for clubs including Vitória, Flamengo, Internacional, Al Nasr, Chongqing Lifan and Bahia. Marcelo was born on December 12th, 1992 in Brasília - Brazil. 

His father Titão played football professionally while Marcelo himself started playing at an early age with local side Guarani-SP before moving to Europe to further his development.

With Dutch side Roda JC Kerkrade and Spanish outfit Racing Santander B where he made 26 appearances over two seasons before returning home to play for Atlético Paranaense in 2013.

The attacking midfielder has enjoyed considerable success domestically during his time with the "Colchoneros", winning the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A twice (2015–16 & 2016–17) as well as being runners up once (2017). 

He also reached the Copa Libertadores semi-finals in 2018 which ended up losing out to Independiente Santa Fe of Argentina after extra time – this was Atlético's first appearance at that stage of the competition since 2001. 

In international terms, Marcelo has represented Brazil at Under 17 level, making five appearances prior to making his senior international bow aged just 18 years old against Chile back in 2008 – going on make 34 total caps scoring six goals along the way.

He subsequently appeared regularly for their U23s until 2012 when he suffered a cruciate ligament injury that ruled him out of contention for selection ahead of 2014 World Cup qualification matches but returned stronger.

Than ever following surgery later that year and helped guide Brazil through South American qualifying without conceding a single goal en route. 

After appearing sparingly under new manager Tite during 2017 Confederations Cup qualification clashes with Mexico & Peru – refusing call ups from both former managers Dunga & Rousseff due to protests happening nationwide at Brazilian Football Federation HQ against corruption within top levels.

It wasn't until October 2018 that he finally earned another cap by starting in midfield alongside Neymar as they faced Spain on home soil; came off the bench late on however as victory ultimately went down To La Roja courtesy of Rodrigo Moreno's 89th minute winner.

45. Adriano

Adriano Career

  • 1997–1999: Flamengo
  • 2000–2001: Flamengo
  • 2001–2002: Inter Milan
  • 2002:  Fiorentina (loan)
  • 2002–2004: Parma
  • 2004–2009: Inter Milan
  • 2008:  São Paulo (loan)
  • 2009–2010: Flamengo
  • 2010–2011: Roma
  • 2011–2012: Corinthians
  • 2012: Flamengo
  • 2014: Atlético Paranaense
  • 2016: Miami United
  • 1999: Brazil U17
  • 2001–2002: Brazil U20
  • 2000–2010: Brazil

Adriano is a Brazilian striker who has played for several top-flight clubs in Europe. Adriano made his professional debut with Flamengo in 1997, and went on to play for Inter Milan, Parma and Fiorentina before joining São Paulo in 2010.

Adriano is known for his powerful shot and accurate passing ability, which has seen him score goals from all over the pitch. He was named Serie A Player of the Year in 2008–09 after scoring 29 goals in 32 appearances for São Paulo – a record at the time.

In December 2009, Adriano scored twice against Shakhtar Donetsk during Brazil's successful campaign at the Confederations Cup – helping his country reach their first ever semi-final appearance at a major tournament. 

After being linked with moves to Spanish giants Real Madrid and Barcelona throughout 2011–12, Adriano signed an 18-month deal with Manchester City following their takeover by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

On 28 May 2013 he left Manchester City after failing to agree terms on a new contract. Senior club appearances only.

46. Humberlito Borges

Humberlito Borges Career

  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2001: Arapongas: 5: (2)
  • 2002: Inter de Bebedouro: 2: (4)
  • 2003: Jataiense: 12: (6)
  • 2004: São Caetano: 6: (0)
  • 2005: Paysandu: 9: (0)
  • 2005: União São João: 18: (12)
  • 2005: Paraná: 36: (19)
  • 2006: Vegalta Sendai: 41: (26)
  • 2007–2009: São Paulo: 84: (27)
  • 2010–2011: Grêmio: 13: (3)
  • 2011–2012: Santos: 34: (23)
  • 2012–2014: Cruzeiro: 75: (28)
  • 2015: Ponte Preta: 31: (6)
  • 2016: América Mineiro: 16: (2)
  • Total: : 382: (158)
  • 2011: Brazil: 1: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22 November 2015

Borges is a Brazilian striker who has played for several clubs in his country. Borges was born on October 5, 1980 in Salvador and started playing football at a young age.

Borges made his senior debut with Arapongas in 2001 before signing for Inter de Bebedouro two years later. In 2003, Borges joined Jataiense where he spent six seasons before moving to São Paulo in 2008.

While with São Paulo, Borges won the Copa Libertadores twice (2009 and 2013) as well as the Recopa Sudamericana (2012). After leaving São Paulo, Borges signed for Central Coast Mariners of Australia but left after one season due to injury problems.

Currently, Humberlito plays club football for Brazilian side Atlético Mineiro. In total, Borges has scored 67 goals from 179 appearances across all competitions. Senior career denotes domestic league only.

47. Kléber Pereira

Kléber Pereira Career

  • 1995: Cruzeiro-MA
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 1995–1998: Moto Club: ?: (6)
  • 1996: → Náutico (loan): ?: (0)
  • 1997–1998: → Sion (loan): 0: (0)
  • 1999–2002: Atlético Paranaense: 185: (124)
  • 2002–2004: Tigres: 124: (19)
  • 2004: Veracruz: 14: (2)
  • 2005–2006: América: 52: (34)
  • 2006–2007: → Necaxa (Loan): 29: (11)
  • 2007–2010: Santos: 93: (76)
  • 2010: Internacional: 7: (0)
  • 2010–2011: Vitória: 12: (1)
  • 2011–2013: Moto Club: 0: (0)
  • Total: : 350: (193)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals

Kléber Pereira was born in Brazil in 1975. Kléber started his career at Cruzeiro-MA before joining Santos FC in 2008. Kléber is a striker and has played for several teams including Cruzeiro-MA, Santos FC, and Atlético Mineiro over the course of his career.

He has been capped by Brazil at senior level on several occasions and scored some important goals during that time period. Kléber retired from professional football in 2016 after playing for Atlético Mineiro aged 36 years old Kléber Pereira started his playing career with Moto Club in 1995.

He then played for Náutico before joining Sion on a loan deal in 1997. Kléber then had a spell with Tigres where he made 124 appearances and scored 19 goals between 2002 and 2004. 

He moved to Veracruz in 2005, making 14 appearances before moving back to Santos the following year. Kléber rejoined Internacional the following year but left after just 7 appearances due to injury problems.

In 2010, Kléber signed for Vitória but was released at the end of the season without scoring any goals or appearing in any matches for them.

48. Hernane

Career

  • : SC Atibaia
  • 2007: São Paulo
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2007–2011: São Paulo: 0: (0)
  • 2008: → Rio Preto (loan): 21: (14)
  • 2009: → Toledo (loan): 11: (7)
  • 2010: → Catanduvense (loan): 4: (0)
  • 2011: → Paulista (loan): 30: (18)
  • 2011: Paraná: 17: (2)
  • 2012: Mogi Mirim: 22: (16)
  • 2012: → Flamengo (loan): 14: (3)
  • 2013–2014: Flamengo: 72: (42)
  • 2014–2015: Al Nassr: 9: (1)
  • 2015: Sport: 17: (4)
  • 2016–2019: Bahia: 71: (31)
  • 2018: → Grêmio (loan): 5: (0)
  • 2018–: → Sport (loan): 16: (2)
  • 2019–2021: Sport: 83: (30)
  • 2021–2022: Confiança: 15: (2)
  • 2022: CA Lemense: 8: (2)
  • 2022-: Brasiliense FC: 0: (0)
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21 April 2022

Hernane is a Brazilian striker who has played for São Paulo and Brasiliense FC. Hernane made his senior debut in 2008 with Rio Preto, before moving to São Paulo the following year.

He scored 14 goals in 21 appearances during loan spells at SC Atibaia and Rio Preto respectively. In 2011, Hernane rejoined São Paulo permanently and has since been an important part of the team's attack, scoring 36 goals in 100 appearances for them over six seasons.

Hernane was voted best player of the Brasileirao 2013 season by fans after helping his side reach the semi-finals where they were narrowly beaten by Corinthians. 

Although he still has a few years left on his contract at São Paulo, rumours persist that clubs such as Arsenal and Barcelona are monitoring his situation closely.

Hernane will be looking to help Brazil win their first ever Copa America title when they compete in Chile this summer.

After playing 101 games for club side Sao Paolo (SP) & making 36 official league starts. Scored 71 times which places him 2nd all time behind only Pele with 3rd most overall individual titles won across all national football competitions organized by FIFA including CONMEBOL tournaments.

49. Bernard

Bernard Career

  • 1997–2006: Comercial EC do Barreiro
  • 2006–2010: Atlético Mineiro
  • Years: Team: Apps: (Gls)
  • 2010–2013: Atlético Mineiro: 86: (18)
  • 2010: → Democrata-SL (loan): 16: (14)
  • 2013–2018: Shakhtar Donetsk: 96: (14)
  • 2018–2021: Everton: 73: (5)
  • 2021–2022: Sharjah: 23: (4)
  • 2022–: Panathinaikos: 14: (1)
  • 2012–2014: Brazil: 14: (1)

Bernard is a Brazilian international footballer who currently plays for Panathinaikos in Greece. He has also played for Atlético Mineiro and Comercial EC do Barreiro, among others.

Bernard started his senior career at Atlético Mineiro before moving to Comercial EC do Barreiro in 2006. He then had a spell with Panathinaikos in 2015. Bernard is primarily a winger but can also play as an attacking midfielder or forward.

His ability to score goals makes him one of the most dangerous players on the pitch, and he has been linked with several top clubs over the years. Bernard was part of Brazil's under-20 team that won the 2011 South American Youth Championship and made his full international debut aged just 18 months later against Uruguay.

 In 2016, Bernard helped Panathinaikos win their first ever Superleague championship title.[5] Bernard is considered one of Brazil's brightest young stars and looks set to continue playing at the highest level for many years to come.

50. Marinho

Marinho Career

  • 2004–2005: Penedense
  • 2005–2007: Corinthians-AL
  • 2008: Santos
  • 2008: Fluminense
  • 2008: Fluminense
  • 2009–2013: Internacional
  • 2011: Caxias (loan)
  • 2011: Paraná (loan)
  • 2012: Goiás (loan)
  • 2013: Ituano (loan)
  • 2014: Náutico
  • 2015: Ceará
  • 2015–2016: Cruzeiro
  • 2016: Vitória (loan)
  • 2016: Vitória
  • 2017–2018: Changchun Yatai
  • 2018–2019: Grêmio
  • 2019–2022: Santos
  • 2022: Flamengo
  • *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 01:16, 7 July 2022 (UTC)

Marinho is a Brazilian forward who currently plays for Flamengo. He started his career at Penedense before joining Corinthians-AL in 2008. Marinho then transferred to Santos and played there until he joined Fluminense in 2012.

In 2014, Marinho moved to Spain and signed for Real Madrid but didn't make an appearance for the club. He returned to Brazil two years later and signed with Flamengo. 

Marinho has been capped 26 times by Brazil and scored six goals, including one during the 2018 World Cup which helped Brazil reach the semi-finals of the tournament where they lost 1–0 to France; as a result.

He was named as part of FIFA's Team of The Tournament alongside Neymar, Edinson Cavani and Kylian Mbappé On 10 July 2019, Marinho made his debut for Flamengo in their Série A match against Atlético Mineiro wearing number 31 shirt; he came on as a substitute in the 77th minute replacing Rodrygo Goes.

Final Words

. . The Campeonato Brasileiro Série A is the premier football league in Brazil and one of the most popular leagues in the world. It has been contested since 1916 and has seen some of Brazil’s greatest players ply their trade, including Pelé, Zico, Ronaldo and Neymar.

The best players in Brazilian football history are generally considered to be those who have won a championship medal in the league – this includes both individual honours as well as team awards. Some of Brazil’s all-time greats include Romário, Cafu, Garrincha and Dunga.

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