Doda (footballer) facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Bruno Sarpa Costa | ||
| Date of birth | October 29, 1984 | ||
| Place of birth | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | ||
| Height | 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Forward | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2003–2005 | São Paulo | ||
| 2003 | →Vegalta Sendai (loan) | ||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Bruno Sarpa Costa (born October 29, 1984), known as Doda, is a Brazilian football player. He played as a forward, which means his main job was to score goals for his team.
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Meet Doda: A Brazilian Football Star
Bruno Sarpa Costa, who people call Doda, was born on October 29, 1984. His hometown is Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Brazil is famous for its deep love of football. Many young people there dream of becoming professional players. Doda was one of those dreamers.
Doda's Early Football Journey
Doda started his professional football career in 2003. He joined a very big club in Brazil called São Paulo. This was a huge step for a young player. São Paulo is known for helping many talented footballers grow.
Playing in Japan
While with São Paulo, Doda also got to play in another country. In 2003, he went on loan to Vegalta Sendai. This team is located in Japan. Playing in a different league helped him learn new things. It also showed he could play well in new places.
What Does a Forward Do?
As a forward, Doda's main job was to attack. He focused on scoring goals for his team. Forwards are often the most exciting players to watch. They need to be fast and skilled with the ball. They also need to find good spots to shoot. Doda's role meant he was always looking for chances to help his team win.
Football Around the World
Football players like Doda travel to many different places. They play in various leagues and meet players from all over the world. This makes football a truly global sport. Doda's career took him from Brazil to Japan. This shows how football connects people across continents.
