Fábio Aurélio

Footballer, UEFA Champions League winner

Fábio Aurélio - Footballer, UEFA Champions League winner
Born

September 24th, 1979
46 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Brazil

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A Brazilian footballer played primarily as a left-back. Professional career began at São Paulo FC before moving to Europe. Played for clubs such as Grêmio, Valencia, and most notably Liverpool FC. Contributed to Liverpool's success in the 2005 UEFA Champions League, where the team secured a dramatic penalty shootout victory against AC Milan. Returned to play in Brazil after a successful European stint, concluding a career marked by significant achievements and trophies.

Won the 2005 UEFA Champions League with Liverpool

Played for Valencia CF during La Liga success

Represented the Brazilian national team at various levels

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