Born in São Paulo, Zé Roberto became one of South America's most celebrated Athletes during the Generation X era.
Brazilian footballer
"Zé Roberto's most defining career phase was perhaps his time at Bayern Munich from 2002-2006 and again from 2007-2009." — About Zé Roberto
| Metric | Zé Roberto | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 51 | 47 | +4 yrs |
| Height | 172cm (5'8") | 176cm | -4cm |
| Career length | 33 yrs | ~35 yrs | -2 yrs |
| Based on 1874 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
Did you know that Zé Roberto continued to play at a high professional level, winning the Brazilian Serie A with Palmeiras at 42 years old, defying typical retirement ages for footballers?
Zé Roberto's most defining career phase was perhaps his time at Bayern Munich from 2002-2006 and again from 2007-2009. He was a crucial part of the team that won four Bundesliga titles and four DFB-Pokals, establishing himself as a versatile and influential midfielder in one of Europe's top leagues.
Zé Roberto is remembered as a model of professionalism and longevity, inspiring future generations with his dedication to fitness and his ability to perform at the highest level well into his 40s.
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