Edmílson

Footballer and World Cup champion

Edmílson - Footballer and World Cup champion
Born

July 10th, 1976
48 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Brazil

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Played as a defender in professional football, contributing to teams in Brazil, France, and Spain. Started his career with São Paulo FC, winning the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A and the Copa do Brasil. Transferred to Europe, playing for Olympique Lyonnais, winning multiple Ligue 1 titles. Achieved significant success with FC Barcelona, winning the UEFA Champions League and La Liga titles. Represented Brazil in international competitions, playing in the 2002 FIFA World Cup, where Brazil secured the championship. Retired from professional football in 2009.

Winning the 2002 FIFA World Cup with Brazil

Winning La Liga and UEFA Champions League with FC Barcelona

Winning Ligue 1 titles with Olympique Lyonnais

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