Jucilei

Brazilian footballer; midfielder

Jucilei - Brazilian footballer; midfielder
Born

April 6th, 1988
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Brazil

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Born in Brazil in 1988, a professional footballer played primarily as a midfielder. Started career in the youth system of São Paulo FC, making debut for the senior team in 2007. Achieved significant success with São Paulo, winning the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A and the Copa Sudamericana. Later transferred to clubs such as the Russian team Anzhi Makhachkala, where a contract was signed in 2012. Continued to play in various leagues, showcasing skills in midfield positions. Also represented the Brazil national team at the U-20 level during the South American Championship.

Won Campeonato Brasileiro Série A with São Paulo FC

Played in the Copa Sudamericana with São Paulo FC

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