Serginho (footballer, born 1971) facts for kids
Serginho with Milan in 2007
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| Full name | Sérgio Cláudio dos Santos | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Date of birth | 27 June 1971 | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Nilópolis, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.81 m (5 ft 11 in) | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Position(s) | Left-back, left midfielder, left winger | |||||||||||||||||||||
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| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1992–1993 | Itaperuna | 7 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1993–1994 | Bahia | 11 | (1) | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1994–1995 | Flamengo | 17 | (3) | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1995–1996 | Cruzeiro | 23 | (8) | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1996–1999 | São Paulo | 58 | (21) | |||||||||||||||||||
| 1999–2008 | Milan | 185 | (18) | |||||||||||||||||||
| Total | 301 | (51) | ||||||||||||||||||||
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| 1998–2001 | Brazil | 10 | (1) | |||||||||||||||||||
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Medal record
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Sérgio Cláudio dos Santos (born 27 June 1971), known as Serginho, is a Brazilian former football player. He was a fast and energetic player. Serginho played as a left-back, left midfielder, or left winger.
He is famous for his time with A.C. Milan in Italy. With Milan, he won the Champions League twice. These wins were in 2003 and 2007. He also helped them win the Serie A title in 2003–04. Serginho also played for the Brazilian national team. He won the 1999 Copa América with Brazil. After retiring, he worked as a manager and agent.
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Serginho's Club Career Highlights
Serginho started his football journey in Brazil. He played for teams like Cruzeiro and São Paulo. In 1999, he moved to Italy to join AC Milan. At first, he was often a substitute player. But he quickly became a key player for the team.
Memorable Matches with Milan
One of Serginho's best games was on 11 May 2001. He scored one goal and helped with three others. This helped Milan win 6–0 against their big rivals, Inter Milan. This match is known as the Derby della Madonnina.
He also played a big part in Milan's Champions League victory in 2003. In the final against Juventus, the game went to a penalty shootout. Serginho scored the first penalty for Milan. This helped them win the trophy.
However, the 2005 Champions League Final was different. Milan was leading 3–0 at half-time against Liverpool. But Liverpool came back and won on penalties. Serginho missed his penalty shot in that game.
Winning More Trophies
Besides the Champions League, Serginho won other important titles with Milan. He helped them win the 2003–04 Serie A title. This is the top league in Italy. He also won the Champions League again in 2007.
Retirement from Football
On 16 May 2008, Serginho announced he would leave Milan. He also said he would retire from football at the end of that season. His last game was on 18 May against Udinese. He was very emotional at the end of the match.
Playing for Brazil
Serginho played for the Brazilian national team ten times. He played for his country between 1998 and 2001. He scored one goal for Brazil. This goal was in the 1999 FIFA Confederations Cup Final.
He probably would have played more for Brazil. But another great player, Roberto Carlos, was usually the starting left-back. Serginho was part of the team that won the 1999 Copa América in 1999. He also helped Brazil get second place in the 1999 Confederations Cup. He missed the 2002 World Cup because of an injury.
Serginho's Playing Style
Serginho was known for being incredibly fast. He was also a very hard-working player. He could play in different positions on the left side of the field. These included left-back, wing-back, or left wing.
He kept his amazing speed and energy even when he was in his mid-30s. Serginho was also great at crossing the ball. He was good at running forward to join attacks. This allowed him to make many assists and score goals for his team. His nickname was Il Concorde, which means "The Concorde". This was because of his quick and tireless runs down the left side of the field.
Achievements and Awards
Serginho won many trophies during his career.
Club Honours
- Bahia
- Campeonato Baiano: 1994
- São Paulo
- Paulista Championship: 1998
- A.C. Milan
- Serie A: 2003–04
- Coppa Italia: 2002–03
- Supercoppa Italiana: 2004
- UEFA Champions League: 2002–03, 2006–07
- UEFA Super Cup: 2003, 2007
- FIFA Club World Cup: 2007
International Honours
- Brazil
- Copa América: 1999
- FIFA Confederations Cup runner-up: 1999
Individual Awards
- A.C. Milan Hall of Fame
