Cléo
A member of the Millennial generation, Cléo was born in 1985 in Guarapuava and went on to become a celebrated Athlete.
Brazilian association football player
"His most defining period was with FK Partizan from 2009 to 2011, where he became a fan favorite and a prolific scorer." — About Cléo
| Metric | Cléo | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 40 | 48 | -8 yrs |
| Height | 185cm (6'1") | 175cm | +10cm |
| Career length | 22 yrs | ~35 yrs | -13 yrs |
| Based on 100 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Cléo
Did you know that Cléo once expressed interest in obtaining Serbian citizenship to potentially represent their national team, a move widely supported by local fans?
- Cléo became the first foreign player to score for FK Partizan in the UEFA Champions League group stage during the 2010-11 season.
- He famously scored in multiple 'Eternal Derby' matches against Red Star Belgrade, solidifying his hero status among Partizan fans.
- Cléo was the first foreign player to score a hat-trick for Guangzhou Evergrande in the Chinese Super League, a club he led to titles.
- Due to his prolific scoring for Partizan, there was significant public discussion about him potentially playing for the Serbian national team.
- His impactful European career began with Vitória de Guimarães in Portugal, where his goal-scoring caught the attention of bigger clubs.
His most defining period was with FK Partizan from 2009 to 2011, where he became a fan favorite and a prolific scorer. He spearheaded their attack to consecutive Serbian SuperLiga titles and helped them qualify for the UEFA Champions League group stage in 2010, scoring crucial goals against Anderlecht.
Cléo is remembered as a pioneering foreign striker who left a significant mark on Serbian football with Partizan and later played a key role in the early success of Guangzhou Evergrande in China. His goal-scoring prowess made him a cult hero in Belgrade and a champion in Asia.