Válber (footballer, born 1971) facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Válber da Silva Costa | ||
| Date of birth | 6 December 1971 | ||
| Place of birth | São Luís, Brazil | ||
| Height | 1.77 m (5 ft 9+1⁄2 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Striker | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1992 | Mogi Mirim | ||
| 1993 | Corinthians | ||
| 1994 | Yokohama Flügels | ||
| Palmeiras | |||
| 1996 | Internacional | ||
| 1996 | Vasco da Gama | ||
| 1997 | Yokohama Flügels | ||
| 1998 | Goiás | ||
| 1998 | Ponte Preta | ||
| 1999 | Yokohama F. Marinos | ||
| 2000–2001 | Atlético Paranaense | ||
| 2001–2003 | Mogi Mirim | ||
| 2003 | Santa Cruz | ||
| 2004 | Mogi Mirim | ||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Válber da Silva Costa, known to many simply as Válber, is a former professional Brazilian football player. He was born on December 6, 1971, in São Luís, Brazil. Válber played as a striker, which means his main role on the field was to score goals for his team. He had a long and exciting career playing for many different clubs, both in Brazil and in Japan.
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Válber's Football Journey
Válber began his professional football career in 1992 with Mogi Mirim. He quickly showed his talent as a goal scorer. His skills led him to play for some of Brazil's biggest clubs.
Playing for Top Brazilian Teams
Throughout his career, Válber played for several well-known Brazilian teams. These included Corinthians, Palmeiras, Internacional, and Vasco da Gama. Playing for these teams meant he was often competing at the highest level of Brazilian football.
Adventures in Japan
Válber also had a significant part of his career playing in Japan. He joined Yokohama Flügels in 1994 and later returned to the club in 1997. He also played for Yokohama F. Marinos in 1999. His time in Japan showed his ability to adapt to different football styles and cultures.
Goal-Scoring in Japan
While playing for Yokohama Flügels, Válber was a very important player. In 1997, he scored 20 goals in 31 league games. This made him one of the top scorers in the J1 League that season. His goal-scoring ability was a big reason for his success in Japan.
Career Highlights
Válber was known for his powerful shots and his ability to find the back of the net. He was a key player for many of the teams he represented. His career spanned over a decade, showing his dedication to the sport.
Notable Achievements
One of Válber's notable achievements was being a top scorer in the Campeonato Paulista. This is a very competitive state league in Brazil. Being a top scorer means he scored more goals than almost any other player in that competition.
See also
In Spanish: Válber Costa para niños
