Fernando (footballer, born 1978) facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Fernando Almeida de Oliveira | ||
| Date of birth | 18 June 1978 | ||
| Place of birth | Bahia, Brazil | ||
| Height | 1.81 m (5 ft 11+1⁄2 in) | ||
| Playing position | Midfielder | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1996–2002 | Vitória | ||
| 2003–2006 | Kashima Antlers | ||
| 2007 | Cruzeiro | ||
| 2008 | Al-Shabab Riyadh | ||
| 2008 | Atlético Paranaense | ||
| 2009 | Al-Ahly Doha | ||
| 2010 | Vitória | ||
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Fernando Almeida de Oliveira (born on June 18, 1978), known simply as Fernando, is a former professional football player from Brazil. He played in the midfield position, helping his teams control the game.
Fernando's Football Journey
Fernando started his football career in Brazil. He played for Vitória for many years. This was from 1996 to 2002. He was a key player for them during this time.
Playing in Japan
After his time in Brazil, Fernando moved to Japan. He joined a team called Kashima Antlers in 2003. He played there for four seasons, until 2006. During his time in Japan, he scored 19 goals in 102 league games. He also helped his team in cup competitions.
Return to Brazil and Beyond
In 2007, Fernando returned to Brazil. He played for Cruzeiro. Later, he also played for other clubs. These included Al-Shabab Riyadh in Saudi Arabia and Atlético Paranaense back in Brazil. He also played for Al-Ahly Doha in Qatar. He finished his career back at Vitória in 2010.
Fernando's career shows how players can move between different countries. He played in Brazil, Japan, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. This gave him a lot of experience in different football leagues.
See also
In Spanish: Fernando Almeida de Oliveira para niños
