Rodrigo (footballer, born 1979) facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Rodrigo Nunes de Oliveira | ||
| Date of birth | January 11, 1979 | ||
| Place of birth | Brazil | ||
| Height | 1.79 m (5 ft 10+1⁄2 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Striker | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2000 | Vegalta Sendai | ||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Rodrigo Nunes de Oliveira is a former professional football player from Brazil. He was born on January 11, 1979. Rodrigo was known for playing as a striker, which means his main job was to score goals for his team. He played football for a short time in Japan.
What Does a Striker Do?
As a striker, Rodrigo's main role on the field was to score goals. Strikers are usually positioned closest to the opponent's goal. They need to be fast and good at dribbling the ball. Strikers also need to have strong shots to score.
Rodrigo's Time in Japan
Rodrigo played for the Japanese club Vegalta Sendai in the year 2000. Vegalta Sendai is a football team. It is based in Sendai, Miyagi, Japan.
Playing in the J2 League
When Rodrigo played for Vegalta Sendai, they were in the J2 League. The J2 League is the second highest division of professional football in Japan. It is a step below the top league. Teams in the J2 League compete to get promoted. Rodrigo played a few matches for Vegalta Sendai in this league.
