Nenê (footballer, born 1975) facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Fábio Camilo de Brito | ||
| Date of birth | 6 June 1975 | ||
| Place of birth | São Paulo, Brazil | ||
| Height | 1.83 m | ||
| Playing position | Defender | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 1985–? | Juventus | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| –1995 | Juventus | ||
| 1996–1997 | Guarani | ||
| 1997–1998 | Sporting Lisbon | 4 | (0) |
| 1998 | Bahia | ||
| 1999 | Corinthians | 24 | (5) |
| 2000–2001 | Grêmio | ||
| 2002–2003 | Hertha BSC | 10 | (0) |
| 2003–2004 | Vitória | 28 | (2) |
| 2004–2007 | Urawa Reds | 41 | (4) |
| 2008–2009 | Coritiba | ||
| 2009 | Juventude | ||
| 2010 | Bragantino | ||
| 2011 | Grêmio Osasco | ||
| 2011–2012 | União Mogi | ||
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Fábio Camilo de Brito, known by his nickname "Nenê", is a former professional football player from Brazil. He was born on June 6, 1975, in São Paulo, Brazil. Nenê played as a central defender, which is a player who helps protect the goal and stop the other team from scoring.
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Nenê's Football Journey
Nenê started his football career in Brazil, playing for youth teams like Juventus. He then moved up to play for professional clubs.
Early Career in Brazil and Portugal
In the mid-1990s, Nenê played for Brazilian teams such as Guarani. He then had a short time playing in Europe for Sporting Lisbon in Portugal during the 1997–98 season. After that, he returned to Brazil.
Playing for Top Brazilian Clubs
Back in Brazil, Nenê played for some of the country's biggest clubs. In 1999, he was part of Corinthians, where he played 24 games and scored 5 goals. He also played for Grêmio from 2000 to 2002.
Time in Germany and Return to Brazil
From 2002 to 2003, Nenê played in Germany for Hertha BSC in the Bundesliga, one of Europe's top leagues. He played 10 games there. After his time in Germany, he came back to Brazil and joined Vitória, where he played 28 games and scored 2 goals between 2003 and 2004.
Success in Japan with Urawa Reds
One of the most successful parts of Nenê's career was when he played for Urawa Reds in Japan from 2004 to 2007. During his time there, he played 41 league games and scored 4 goals. He helped the team win several important titles.
Later Career and Retirement
After his time in Japan, Nenê returned to Brazil again. He played for several more clubs, including Coritiba, Juventude, Bragantino, Grêmio Osasco, and União Mogi. He continued to play professional football until around 2012.
Honours and Achievements
Nenê won several important trophies during his career, showing his skill and contribution to his teams.
Club Trophies
- Hertha BSC
- DFB-Ligapokal: 2003 (This was a German football league cup competition.)
- Vitória
- Campeonato Baiano: 2004, 2005 (This is a state championship in Brazil.)
- Urawa Reds
- J. League: 2006 (The top football league in Japan.)
- Emperor's Cup: 2006 (A major knockout football competition in Japan.)
- AFC Champions League: 2007 (The biggest club competition for teams in Asia.)
See also
In Spanish: Fábio Camilo de Brito para niños
