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Neymar
(Brazilian Professional Football Player Who Plays as a Forward)
Neymar
149
Birthdate: February 5, 1992
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: State of São Paulo, Brazil
Amongst the best football players in the world presently, Neymar is a part of Brazil national team and French club Paris Saint-Germain. The prolific goal scorer debuted with Santos and played for Barcelona before joining PSG in a deal that made him the world’s most expensive player. He led Brazil national team to its first Olympic gold medal in 2016.
 2 
Pele
(One of the Greatest Football Players of All Time)
Pele
26
Birthdate: October 23, 1940
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Tres Coracoes, Brazil

Brazilian football legend Edson Arantes do Nascimento, better known as Pele, was named the Football Player of the Century by the IFFHS. He called football “The Beautiful Game” and was one of the world’s highest-paid athlete for a while. His 1279 goals in 1363 games is a Guinness World Record.

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Ronaldinho
(Brazilian Retired Professional Football Player Who Played as an Attacking Midfielder)
Ronaldinho
51
Birthdate: March 21, 1980
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Porto Alegre, State of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil

Regarded as one of the best football players of all time, Ronaldinho played a crucial role in Brazil’s victory in 2002 FIFA World Cup. Later, he helped FC Barcelona win two La Liga and a UEFA Champions League title. The two time FIFA world Player of the Year, who retired in 2018, was known for his technical skills and creativity.

 4 
Ronaldo
(Brazilian Retired Professional Footballer Who Played as a Striker)
Ronaldo
28
Birthdate: September 18, 1976
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Ronaldo Luís Nazário de Lima is a Brazilian retired professional footballer who played as a striker. Widely considered one of the greatest players of all time, he played for Brazil in 98 matches, scoring 62 goals. He was named FIFA World Player of the Year three times. He retired in 2011 and has since established himself as a successful businessperson.

 5 
Anderson Silva
(One of the Best Mixed Martial Artists of All Time)
Anderson Silva
11
Birthdate: April 14, 1975
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: São Paulo, State of São Paulo, Brazil

Brazilian MMA legend Anderson Silva began learning Taekwondo at 12. He holds the record of the longest reign by any UFC title-holder, being the middleweight champion from 2006 to 2013, and also has a record of 16 consecutive wins. He also has black belts in multiple martial art forms.

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Kaká
(Brazilian Former Professional Football Payer Who Played as an Attacking Midfielder)
Kaká
16
Birthdate: April 22, 1982
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Gama, Federal District, Brazil

Regarded as one of the best footballers of his generation, Kaká is a Brazilian retired football player. He is one of eight footballers to have won the Ballon d'Or, the UEFA Champions League, and the FIFA World Cup. Also known for his humanitarian work, Kaká has been working with the United Nations, as part of its World Food Programme initiative.

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Rivaldo
(Brazilian Former Football Player Who Played as an Attacking Midfielder)
Rivaldo
16
Birthdate: April 19, 1972
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: State of Pernambuco, Brazil
Brazilian former footballer Rivaldo is known for his powerful strikes and has had successful stints with the clubs Barcelona and Milan. He is the seventh-highest goal-scorer for Brazil and was part of the 2002 FIFA World Cup-winning team. Post-retirement, he appeared in the film I Am Not Salvador
 8 
Roberto Carlos
(Brazilian Former Professional Football Player Who Played as a Left-Back)
Roberto Carlos
12
Birthdate: April 10, 1973
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Garça, São Paulo, Brazil

A major force behind Brazil’s World Cup win in 2002, Roberto Carlos was born into a poor peasant family and grew up working on his family farm. He soared to fame during his 11-season stint with Real Madrid, winning four La Liga titles and three UEFA Champions Leagues with them.

 9 
Romário
(One of the Greatest Football Players of All Time)
Romário
14
Birthdate: January 29, 1966
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
One of the most prolific goal scorers in the history of football, Romario has had an engaging and electric presence both on and off field. He starred in Brazil's 1994 FIFA World Cup triumph and was named the Player of The Tournament, earning a Golden Ball. He later turned to politics after he bid adieu to the field.
 10 
Alisson
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Goalkeeper)
Alisson
9
Birthdate: October 2, 1992
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Novo Hamburgo, Brazil
Height: 6'4" (193 cm)
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José Aldo
(One of the Best Mixed Martial Artists of All-Time)
José Aldo
8
Birthdate: September 9, 1986
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Manaus, State of Amazonas, Brazil
MMA fighter José Aldo is best known for his UFC Featherweight Championship win in 2010, a title he defended seven times. In 2014, his win against Cad Mendes was termed the Fight of the Year by many organizations. By 2020, he was ranked 6th in the UFC Bantamweight rankings.
 12 
Dani Alves
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Right-Back)
Dani Alves
12
Birthdate: May 6, 1983
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Juazeiro, State of Bahia, Brazil

Dani Alves is a Brazilian professional footballer. He currently plays as a right-back for La Liga club Barcelona and the Brazil national team. He is widely considered one of the greatest full-backs of all time. With 46 titles at the senior level and 47 official titles overall, he is the most decorated player in the history of football. 

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Ayrton Senna
(One of the Greatest F1 Drivers in the History of the Sport)
Ayrton Senna
6
Birthdate: March 21, 1960
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: São Paulo, Brazil
Died: May 1, 1994

Ayrton Senna was a Brazilian racing driver. Widely considered one of the greatest F1 drivers of all time, Ayrton had won the prestigious F1 World Drivers' Championship thrice. Following his fatal accident in 1994, several safety improvements were introduced to the sports' set-up; higher crash safety standards, redesigned tracks, and improved crash barriers became part of the sport.

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Garrincha
(One of the Greatest Football Players of All Time)
Garrincha
4
Birthdate: October 28, 1933
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Pau Grande, Magé, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Died: January 20, 1983
Height: 5'7" (170 cm)
 15 
Charles Oliveira
(Brazilian Professional Mixed Martial Artist)
Charles Oliveira
6
Birthdate: October 17, 1989
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Guarujá Guarujá, São Paulo, Brazil
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
 16 
Rickson Gracie
(Brazilian Mixed Martial Artist)
Rickson Gracie
4
Birthdate: November 21, 1959
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
 17 
Felipe Massa
(Brazilian Formula 1 Driver Who Competed in 15 Seasons between 2002 and 2017)
Felipe Massa
5
Birthdate: April 25, 1981
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: São Paulo, Brazil

Felipe Massa is a Brazilian racing driver who participated in Formula One from 2002 to 2017, during which he gained 11 Grand Prix victories. In 2006, he became the first Brazilian after Ayrton Senna da Silva to win the Brazilian Grand Prix.

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Nelson Piquet
(Brazilian Retired Racing Driver and Businessman)
Nelson Piquet
5
Birthdate: August 17, 1952
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

While he initially excelled in tennis, Nelson Piquet later made a name for himself as one of Brazil’s top racers. A 3-time world champion, the Formula One star later also ventured into business. He owned a GPS-tracking company and also launched the racing team Piquet Sports.

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Rubens Barrichello
(Racing Driver Who Competed in Formula One Between 1993 and 2011)
Rubens Barrichello
5
Birthdate: May 23, 1972
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: São Paulo, Brazil

Rubens Barrichello is a Brazilian racing driver best known for competing in Formula One and scoring 11 Grand Prix wins between 1993 and 2011. From 2000 to 2005, he drove for Ferrari as Michael Schumacher's teammate and contributed to five constructors' titles for Ferrari.

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Emerson Fittipaldi
(Brazilian Formula One Racing Champion in 1972 and 1974)
Emerson Fittipaldi
4
Birthdate: December 12, 1946
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: São Paulo, Brazil

Emerson Fittipaldi is a Brazilian retired racing driver best known for winning both the Indianapolis 500 and the Formula One World Championship twice each. In 1972, he won the World Drivers' Championship at the age of 25, becoming the youngest F1 world champion. In 2001, Emerson Fittipaldi was made an inductee of the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America.

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Zico
(Brazilian Retired Footballer and One of the Most Clinical Finishers and Best Passers Ever)
Zico
4
Birthdate: March 3, 1953
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Zico is a Brazilian former football player renowned for his excellent technical skills. Counted among the best passers and finishers of all time, Zico was often called the White Pelé. Zico is also counted among the greatest players of all time and is widely regarded as one of the best free kick specialists in history.

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Philippe Coutinho
(Brazilian Professional Football Player Who Plays as an Attacking Midfielder and Winger)
Philippe Coutinho
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Birthdate: June 12, 1992
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Brazilian footballer, Phillipe Coutinho, is hailed as one of the most talented midfielders and playmakers in the world. He has been a key player for Premier League clubs like Inter Milan, Liverpool, FC Barcelona and Bayern Munich. He was a member of the Brazilian national team that won the 2019 Copa America.

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Hélio Castroneves
(Brazilian Auto Racing Driver)
Hélio Castroneves
3
Birthdate: May 10, 1975
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: São Paulo, Brazil

Brazilian racing driver Hélio Castroneves is a 4-time winner of the Indianapolis 500. Though accused of tax evasion once, he was eventually acquitted the charge. He has also been part of the show Dancing with the Stars and gained the nickname Spider-Man for his unique way of celebrating one of his track victories.

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Marcelo
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Left-Back)
Marcelo
8
Birthdate: May 12, 1988
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Brazilian footballer Marcelo Vieira, who now captains the Spanish club Real Madrid, is known as one of the world’s best left-backs. The Rio-born football star has previously had a successful stint with the Brazilian club Fluminense. He also won Brazil a team bronze and a team silver at the Olympics.

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Gabriel Jesus
(Football Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Striker)
Gabriel Jesus
10
Birthdate: April 3, 1997
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Sao Paulo, Brazil
Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
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Thiago Silva
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Centre-Back)
Thiago Silva
7
Birthdate: September 22, 1984
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Thiago Silva is a Brazilian professional footballer. He plays as a center-back for Premier League club Chelsea and the Brazil national team. He is counted among the best central defenders of his generation. He began playing football as a teenager and had a brilliant youth career. He made his international debut in 2008 and has appeared in seven major tournaments. 

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Casemiro
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Defensive Midfielder)
Casemiro
4
Birthdate: February 23, 1992
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: São José dos Campos, Brazil
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David Luiz
(Brazilian Professional Football Player Who Plays as a Centre-back)
David Luiz
6
Birthdate: April 22, 1987
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Diadema, Brazil

David Luiz is a Brazilian professional footballer. He currently plays for the Brazilian sports club Flamengo. He is primarily a center-back, but he can also play as a defensive midfielder. Since making his full international debut for Brazil in 2010, he has earned over 50 caps for his country. He also co-owns an Italian restaurant.  

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Willian
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Winger)
Willian
6
Birthdate: August 9, 1988
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Ribeirão Pires, Brazil
Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
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Richarlison
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Forward)
Richarlison
4
Birthdate: May 10, 1997
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Nova Venécia, Brazil
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
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Hulk
(Brazilian Professional Football Player Who Plays as a Forward)
Hulk
7
Birthdate: July 25, 1986
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Campina Grande, Paraiba

Givanildo Vieira de Sousa, better known as Hulk due to his strong built, is a Brazilian football player. He is currently one of the most important members of the Shanghai SIPG F.C., which competes in the Chinese Super League. Also a key player for Brazil, Hulk helped his national team win the silver medal at the 2012 Summer Olympics.

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Fred
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Midfielder)
Fred
5
Birthdate: March 5, 1993
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Belo Horizonte, State of Minas Gerais, Brazil
Height: 5'7" (170 cm)
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Gabriel Martinelli
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Left Winger)
Gabriel Martinelli
4
Birthdate: June 18, 2001
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Guarulhos, Brazil
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
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Oscar
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays an Attacking Midfielder)
Oscar
6
Birthdate: September 9, 1991
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Americana, São Paulo, Brazil
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
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Fabinho
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Midfielder)
Fabinho
5
Birthdate: October 23, 1993
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Campinas, Brazil
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)
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Ederson
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Goalkeeper)
Ederson
4
Birthdate: August 17, 1993
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Osasco, State of São Paulo, Brazil
Height: 6'2" (188 cm)
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Douglas Costa
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Winger)
Douglas Costa
6
Birthdate: September 14, 1990
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Sapucaia do Sul, Brazil
Height: 5'8" (173 cm)
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Junior dos Santos
(Brazilian Mixed Martial Artist)
Junior dos Santos
6
Birthdate: January 30, 1984
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Caçador, State of Santa Catarina, Brazil
Height: 6'4" (193 cm)
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Vitor Belfort
(Brazilian Professional Boxer and Retired Mixed Martial Artist)
Vitor Belfort
6
Birthdate: April 1, 1977
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
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Fabrício Werdum
(Brazilian Mixed Martial Artist and Former UFC Heavyweight Champion)
Fabrício Werdum
7
Birthdate: July 30, 1977
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Porto Alegre, State of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Height: 6'4" (193 cm)
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Jairzinho
(Brazilian Former Professional Footballer)
Jairzinho
3
Birthdate: December 25, 1944
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Height: 5'8" (173 cm)
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Gustavo Kuerten
(Brazilian Former Tennis Player)
Gustavo Kuerten
5
Birthdate: September 10, 1976
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Florianópolis, Brazil
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Lucas Paquetá
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as an Attacking Midfielder)
Lucas Paquetá
4
Birthdate: August 27, 1997
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Height: 5'11" (180 cm)
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Raphinha
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Plays as a Winger)
Raphinha
4
Birthdate: December 14, 1996
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Porto Alegre, Brazil
Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
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Lyoto Machida
(Brazilian Professional Mixed Martial Artist and Karateka)
Lyoto Machida
7
Birthdate: May 30, 1978
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Salvador, Brazil

Brazilian professional mixed martial artist Lyoto Machida is currently signed with Bellator MMA. He competes in the light heavyweight division. He was previously associated with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). The son of Shotokan karate master Yoshizo Machida, Lyoto began his training when he was just three. He has an MMA record of 26 wins from 36 matches.

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Alex Pereira
(Brazilian Professional Mixed Martial Artist and Former Kickboxer)
Alex Pereira
0
Birthdate: July 7, 1987
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: São Bernardo do Campo, São Paulo, Brazil
Height: 6'4" (193 cm)
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Lucas Moura
(Brazilian Professional Footballer Who Last Played as a Right Winger and Forward)
Lucas Moura
6
Birthdate: August 13, 1992
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: São Paulo, Brazil
Height: 5'8" (173 cm)
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Rafael dos Anjos
(Brazilian American Professional Mixed Martial Artist)
Rafael dos Anjos
3
Birthdate: October 26, 1984
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Rafael dos Anjos is a Brazilian-American mixed martial artist. A former UFC Lightweight Champion, dos Anjos is renowned for his aggressive approach, which often takes his opponents by surprise. Characterized by his strong takedown capabilities and physical strength, dos Anjos holds victories over popular martial artists like Robbie Lawler and Benson Henderson.

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Carlos Alberto Torres
(Brazilian Football Player and Manager)
Carlos Alberto Torres
3
Birthdate: July 17, 1944
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Died: October 25, 2016
Height: 5'11" (180 cm)
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Adriano Leite Ribeiro
(Brazilian Former Professional Footballer Who Played as a Striker)
Adriano Leite Ribeiro
7
Birthdate: February 17, 1982
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Rio de Janeiro
Height: 6'3" (190 cm)