Dante
Dante has spent 24 years building a distinguished career as a Athlete in Brazilian.
Brazilian association football player
"Dante's pinnacle came during his time at Bayern Munich, where he was a key central defender in their historic treble-winning season of 2012-13." — About Dante
| Metric | Dante | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 42 | 48 | -6 yrs |
| Height | 188cm (6'2") | 175cm | +13cm |
| Career length | 24 yrs | ~35 yrs | -11 yrs |
| Based on 100 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Dante
Did you know that Dante started his European journey in Switzerland's second tier before becoming a Champions League winner?
- His full name is Dante Bonfim Costa Santos, but he's universally known by his first name.
- He began his European career in Switzerland with FC Lausanne-Sport before moving to more prominent leagues.
- Dante is instantly recognizable by his distinctive dreadlocks, which have been a trademark throughout his career.
- Despite his defensive role, he occasionally scores spectacular goals, including impressive overhead kicks.
- He was part of the Brazil squad that won the FIFA Confederations Cup in 2013, a year before the World Cup.
Dante's pinnacle came during his time at Bayern Munich, where he was a key central defender in their historic treble-winning season of 2012-13. He played a crucial role in securing the Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, and most notably, the UEFA Champions League title.
Dante is remembered as a reliable, strong, and charismatic central defender, particularly for his successful spell in the Bundesliga and his iconic dreadlocked appearance. He left a mark as a consistent performer and a respected leader on the pitch.