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Marcelo Vieira
Place of Birth: 
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Date of Birth: 
12/05/1988
Position: 
Defender
Weight: 
73 kg
Height: 
171.9 cm
Nationality: 
Spanish-brazilian

Marcelo Vieira da Silva Júnior, or simply Marcelo, was one of the ‘Crown Jewels’ of always-prolific Brazilian football and one of Real Madrid’s swanky winter signings of 2006/07. He arrived in Europe at the age of 18 having already hit the big time with Fluminense and he quickly adapted to Madrid thanks to the other Brazilians on the squad, but especially Roberto Carlos, who took Marcelo under his wing and taught his successor the tricks of the trade.

A pacey and offensive player, the young left-back has worked arduously since landing in Madrid hoping to capitalize on the opportunities given to him by the manager. With nerves of steel and ice running through his veins, Marcelo didn't take long to earn a spot in the starting eleven.

Marcelo’s consistent playing time also rubbed off on Brazilian national team coach Dunga, who gave the youngster his debut against Wales. No one could have written a better script as Marcelo hammered home an impressive crossed shot from outside the box in an all-out display of strength, speed, and ball-handling.

Marcelo Vieira
Place of Birth: 
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Date of Birth: 
12/05/1988
Position: 
Defender
Weight: 
73 kg
Height: 
171.9 cm
Nationality: 
Spanish-brazilian

Marcelo began playing football when he was nine years old. He joined the Fluminense youth at 13 and started as a midfielder before the club’s manager positioned him as a left-back in order to make better use of his speed. He nearly dropped out of the football academy because his parents couldn’t afford his daily bus fare, but the club took care of the situation to not to lose the player. After firmly establishing himself on the first team, it was only a matter of time before he made his move to Europe and was called-up by Brazil.

The defender feels happy in the Spanish capital and spends his free time with his family and friends. He especially enjoys playing his PlayStation. He is a good friend of the other Brazilians on the squad as well as Gonzalo Higuaín, who happens to be his neighbour. Roberto Carlos is his friend, mentor and all-time favourite player. Marcelo is a nice, affable, and witty young man who sings and dances with Robinho during training.

Marcelo Vieira
Place of Birth: 
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Date of Birth: 
12/05/1988
Position: 
Defender
Weight: 
73 kg
Height: 
171.9 cm
Nationality: 
Spanish-brazilian
  • Copa del Rey: 2011
  • La Liga: 2006/07, 2007/08, 2011/12
  • Spanish Super Cup: 2012, 2008
  • Olympic Bronza Medal: 2008
  • Olympic Silver Medal: 2012

  • Season 2011-2012
  • Season 2011-2012
  • Season 2010-2011
Statistics
Liga Española 1ª División 2012-13Champions League 2012-13Copa del Rey 2012-13
Games1321
Matches Started1221
Matches Subbed In100
Minutes Played101818845
Minutes Played Starter98918845
Minutes Played Sub2900
Goals Scored010
Headers Scored000
Goals w/ Right Foot010
Goals w/ Left Foot000
Penalty Kicks Scored000
Free Kicks Scored000
Goals as Starter010
Goals as Sub000
Shots1160
On-Goal Percentage18500
Assists w/ Goal000
Yellow Cards200
Red Cards000
Fouls Committed620
Fouls Drawn1232
Steals78105
Turnovers123229
Penalties Received000
Penalties Committed000
Crosses Into Big Box2362
Total Passes68713717
Passes Completed56511210
Passes Incompleted122257
Statistics
Liga Española 1ª División 2011-12Champions League 2011-12Copa del Rey 2011-12
Games3273
Matches Started3152
Matches Subbed In121
Minutes Played2823484235
Minutes Played Starter2817430187
Minutes Played Sub65448
Goals Scored300
Headers Scored000
Goals w/ Right Foot000
Goals w/ Left Foot300
Penalty Kicks Scored000
Free Kicks Scored000
Goals as Starter300
Goals as Sub000
Shots2822
On-Goal Percentage3600
Assists w/ Goal530
Yellow Cards330
Red Cards010
Fouls Committed2154
Fouls Drawn58102
Steals2373824
Turnovers3255432
Penalties Received000
Penalties Committed000
Crosses Into Big Box76114
Total Passes2162419170
Passes Completed1744348130
Passes Incompleted4187140
Statistics
Liga Española 1ª División 2010-11Champions League 2010-11Copa del Rey 2010-11
Games32126
Matches Started31115
Matches Subbed In111
Minutes Played28621042532
Minutes Played Starter28181024496
Minutes Played Sub441836
Goals Scored320
Headers Scored000
Goals w/ Right Foot000
Goals w/ Left Foot320
Penalty Kicks Scored000
Free Kicks Scored000
Goals as Starter320
Goals as Sub000
Shots26163
On-Goal Percentage233133
Assists w/ Goal420
Yellow Cards711
Red Cards000
Fouls Committed33126
Fouls Drawn362010
Steals2627628
Turnovers33512245
Penalties Received100
Penalties Committed000
Crosses Into Big Box542310
Total Passes1896693352
Passes Completed1466546275
Passes Incompleted43014777
Marcelo Vieira
Place of Birth: 
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Date of Birth: 
12/05/1988
Position: 
Defender
Weight: 
73 kg
Height: 
171.9 cm
Nationality: 
Spanish-brazilian
  • Fluminense (2005/06)
  • Real Madrid (2006-present)
  • La Liga debut: 7 January 2007
    Match: Deportivo 2-0 Real Madrid
  • Real Madrid debut: 7 January 2007
    Match: Deportivo 2-0 Real Madrid
  • International for Brazil
     
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