Maicon Pereira de Oliveira

Brazilian footballer and World Cup winner

Maicon Pereira de Oliveira - Brazilian footballer and World Cup winner
Born

1988
37 years ago

Died

February 8th, 2014
11 years ago — 26 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Brazil

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Played as a right-back and had a successful career in football, primarily with top clubs in Europe. Played for the Brazilian national team and was part of the squad that won the 2002 FIFA World Cup. Gained recognition for skills in defense and attacking plays, contributing to his team's performance in both domestic and international competitions.

Won the 2002 FIFA World Cup with Brazil

Played for AS Roma

Contributed to Inter Milan's Serie A titles

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