Edmundo Alves de Souza Neto

Brazilian footballer and Copa America champion

Edmundo Alves de Souza Neto - Brazilian footballer and Copa America champion
Born

April 2nd, 1971
53 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Brazil

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Edmundo Alves de Souza Neto enjoyed a successful career as a Brazilian footballer, primarily as a forward. He played for several clubs in Brazil, including Vasco da Gama, where he won numerous state championships and gained significant recognition. During international play, he represented Brazil and was part of the team that won the Copa America in 1999. His style of play was characterized by agility and scoring ability, contributing to his teams' successes throughout his career. After retiring from professional football, he transitioned into a career as a sports commentator and has remained involved in the football community.

Winning Copa America with Brazil in 1999

Playing for Vasco da Gama

Scoring over 200 career goals

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