Fábio Santos (footballer, born 1985) facts for kids
Fábio Santos with Corinthians in 2022
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| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Fábio Santos Romeu | ||
| Date of birth | 16 September 1985 | ||
| Place of birth | São Paulo, Brazil | ||
| Height | 1.76 m (5 ft 9 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Left back | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 2001–2002 | São Paulo | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2003–2008 | São Paulo | 72 | (2) |
| 2006 | → Kashima Antlers (loan) | 20 | (3) |
| 2007 | → Cruzeiro (loan) | 13 | (0) |
| 2008 | → Monaco (loan) | 5 | (1) |
| 2008 | → Santos (loan) | 5 | (0) |
| 2009–2010 | Grêmio | 69 | (4) |
| 2011–2015 | Corinthians | 168 | (14) |
| 2015–2016 | Cruz Azul | 31 | (3) |
| 2016–2020 | Atlético Mineiro | 157 | (18) |
| 2020–2023 | Corinthians | 122 | (18) |
| International career‡ | |||
| 2005 | Brazil U-20 | ||
| 2012–2017 | Brazil | 4 | (0) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 19:23, 9 December 2023 (UTC) ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 25 January 2017 |
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Fábio Santos Romeu, known simply as Fábio Santos, is a Brazilian former professional footballer. He was born on September 16, 1985, in São Paulo, Brazil. Fábio Santos played as a left back, a defensive position on the field. He was also known for being very good at taking penalty kicks.
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Fábio Santos's Club Journey
Starting at São Paulo
Fábio Santos began his football journey as a young player at São Paulo. He joined the main team in 2003. During this time, his club won important titles like the Copa Libertadores and the FIFA Club World Cup. Even though he didn't play much, he gained experience.
Playing on Loan
In 2006, Fábio Santos went to Japan to play for Kashima Antlers. He played 20 games and scored three goals there. The next year, 2007, he returned to Brazil to play for Cruzeiro. He then moved to France for a year, joining Monaco. In 2008, he came back to Brazil again and signed with Santos.
Time with Grêmio
After leaving Santos, Fábio Santos joined Grêmio. He played for them from 2009 to 2010.
Success with Corinthians
Fábio Santos joined Corinthians in January 2011. He quickly became a very important player for the team. He helped Corinthians win many big championships. These included the 2011 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A, the 2012 Copa Libertadores, and the 2012 FIFA Club World Cup. He also won the 2013 Campeonato Paulista and the 2013 Recopa Sudamericana with them.
Playing for Cruz Azul
In June 2015, Fábio Santos moved to Mexico to play for Cruz Azul. He played 26 games and scored 3 goals for the team. He played a lot in his first season. However, in his second season, he did not get as much playing time. He left the club after that season.
Joining Atlético Mineiro
Fábio Santos signed with Atlético Mineiro in June 2016. He played for them for four years. In 2016, he won the Bola de Prata award, which recognized him as the best left back in the 2016 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. He also won his first trophy with the club, the 2017 Campeonato Mineiro, in 2017. In 2018, he played his 100th game for Atlético Mineiro.
Returning to Corinthians
Fábio Santos returned to Corinthians in October 2020. He played for them until 2023, adding more games and goals to his impressive career.
Fábio Santos's International Career
Fábio Santos also played for his country, Brazil.
Playing for Brazil's Youth Team
In 2005, he was part of the Brazil national Under-20 team. He played in the 2005 FIFA World Youth Championship.
Playing for Brazil's Main Team
In September 2012, Fábio Santos was called up to the Brazil national football team. He made his first appearance for the team on September 20, 2012. This was in a game against Argentina, which Brazil won 2-1. He was called up again to the national team in November 2016.
Fábio Santos's Achievements
Club Trophies
- São Paulo
- Copa Libertadores: 2005
- FIFA Club World Cup: 2005
- Grêmio
- Campeonato Gaúcho: 2010
- Corinthians
- Campeonato Brasileiro Série A: 2011, 2015
- Copa Libertadores: 2012
- FIFA Club World Cup: 2012
- Campeonato Paulista: 2013
- Recopa Sudamericana: 2013
- Atlético Mineiro
- Campeonato Mineiro: 2017
National Team Trophies
- Brazil
- Chile Octagonal Tournament: 2005
- Superclásico de las Américas: 2012
Individual Awards
- Bola de Prata: 2016
See also
In Spanish: Fábio Santos Romeu para niños
