Gustavo Scarpa
Footballer and Palmeiras midfielder

Born
January 5th, 1994
31 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Brazil
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A professional footballer, primarily played as a midfielder. Scarpa began his career at Desportivo Brasil before moving to Fluminense, where he gained recognition. He contributed significantly to Fluminense's achievements during his tenure, ultimately transferring to Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras. At Palmeiras, Scarpa played a crucial role in the team's successful campaigns in the Copa do Brasil and the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A.
Helped Fluminense win the Campeonato Carioca in 2016
Contributed to Palmeiras' Copa do Brasil victory in 2020
Part of the squad that won the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A in 2018
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