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Marcos Roberto Silveira dos Reis (born 4 August 1973), known as Marcos, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper. He was the starting goalkeeper of the 2002 FIFA World Cup-winning Brazilian squad and is regarded by pundits as one of the greatest Brazilian goalkeepers of all time. Marcos spent his entire professional career at Palmeiras in the Série A (and briefly in Série B) from 1992 until his retirement in January 2012, and became one of the club's greatest idols, being nicknamed São Marcos ("Saint Mark" in Portuguese).

Quick facts about Marcos

  • Full name: Marcos
  • Born: 1973-08-04
  • Nationality: Brazil
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q342474

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Who is Marcos?

Marcos Roberto Silveira dos Reis (born 4 August 1973), known as Marcos, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper.

What nationality is Marcos?

Marcos is Brazil.

When was Marcos born?

Marcos was born on 1973-08-04.

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