Paulinho
Brazilian footballer and World Cup player
Born
July 25th, 1988
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Brazil
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Born in Brazil, Paulinho is a professional footballer. He achieved prominence playing as a midfielder and contributed significantly to his teams. Early in his career, he played for clubs such as Corinthians, where he won the 2012 Copa Libertadores. Later, he joined Tottenham Hotspur in the English Premier League, making a notable impact during his tenure. Paulinho also represented the Brazilian national team, participating in major tournaments including the 2014 FIFA World Cup, where Brazil finished fourth. He returned to Brazil and later played for Guangzhou Evergrande in China, winning several league titles and the AFC Champions League. His playing style combined physicality with technical ability, making him a valuable asset to his teams.
Winning the 2012 Copa Libertadores with Corinthians
Representing Brazil in the 2014 FIFA World Cup
Winning the AFC Champions League with Guangzhou Evergrande
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