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Cléber Santana: Biography, Facts and Career

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Cléber Santana
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Cléber Santana Loureiro (27 June 1981 – 28 November 2016) was a Brazilian professional footballer who played as a central midfielder. He won state championships with Sport, Vitória, Santos and Avaí. He also had spells abroad, with Kashiwa Reysol in Japan and Atlético Madrid and Mallorca in Spain. Santana was the captain of the Chapecoense team aboard LaMia Flight 2933 that crashed, killing him and 70 others.

Quick facts about Cléber Santana

  • Full name: Cléber Santana
  • Born: 1981-06-27
  • Nationality: Brazil
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q514375

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Cléber Santana?

Cléber Santana Loureiro (27 June 1981 – 28 November 2016) was a Brazilian professional footballer who played as a central midfielder. He won state championships with Sport, Vitória, Santos and Avaí.

What nationality is Cléber Santana?

Cléber Santana is Brazil.

When was Cléber Santana born?

Cléber Santana was born on 1981-06-27.

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