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Paulo André

Brazilian Footballer

Team

Retired

DOB

August 20, 1983

Height / Weight

190 cm (6 ft 3 in) /n 81 kg (178 lbs)

Achievements

Copa Libertadores Winner

Summary

Paulo André is a Brazilian professional footballer, born on August 20, 1983, in Campinas, São Paulo. He has had a successful career playing for several prominent clubs in Brazil, China, and France. André began his professional career with Guarani FC before moving to Atlético Paranaense, where he gained recognition as a solid and reliable defender.

André is known for his excellent tackling skills, aerial ability, and leadership on the pitch. He has won several major titles, including the Brazilian Serie A and the Copa Libertadores, and is highly respected within the football community.

Off the field, André is also recognized for his activism and leadership in player rights, standing up for better working conditions for footballers in Brazil.

Career

Guarani FC

  • Youth and Early Career: André was born and raised in São Paulo and joined Guarani FC's youth academy. He made his first-team debut for Guarani in 2002.

Atlético Paranaense

  • Emerging Defender: André signed with Atlético Paranaense in 2005. His performances as a central defender earned him a move to Ligue 1 club Le Mans in 2006.

Le Mans

  • European Experience: At Le Mans, André gained valuable experience playing in a European league. However, after two seasons, he returned to Brazil to join Fluminense.

Corinthians

  • Peak Years: André joined Corinthians in 2009, where he had the most successful stint of his career. He was a key part of the team that won the Brazilian Serie A in 2011 and the Copa Libertadores in 2012.

Shanghai SIPG

  • Asian Adventure: In 2016, André moved to Chinese Super League club Shanghai SIPG, where he had a successful two-year stint.
International Career

Brazil National Team

  • Senior Debut: Made his debut for Brazil in 2011.

Achievements:

  • Although André had a brief international career, he is still highly respected for his performances for the Brazil national team.
Style of Play
  • Position: Primarily a central defender.
  • Skills: Known for his excellent tackling skills, aerial ability, and leadership on the pitch.
Personal Life
  • Family: André is married and has two children.
  • Activism: André is known for his activism in advocating for better working conditions for footballers in Brazil.
Legacy
  • Paulo André is celebrated not only for his defensive skills and leadership on the pitch, but also for his work off the pitch. His activism for player rights has had a significant impact on the football community in Brazil.
Awards and Recognition

Major Titles:

  • Brazilian Serie A: Winner with Corinthians in 2011.
  • Copa Libertadores: Winner with Corinthians in 2012.
References

Books

  • None available.

Websites

Articles

Full name
Paulo André Cren Benini
Born
1983-08-20
Place of birth
Campinas, Brazil
Position(s)
Centre-Back
Current team
Retired
Youth career
2000 - 2002 Guarani
2002 - 2005 Atlético Paranaense
Senior career
2005 - 2006 Atlético Paranaense
2006 - 2007 Le Mans
2007 - 2008 Dinamo Kyiv
2008 - 2012 Corinthians
2013 - 2015 Cruzeiro
2015 - 2017 Atlético Paranaense
2017 - 2019 Sport Recife
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