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José Vítor Roque Júnior (Brazilian Portuguese: [ˈʁɔki ˈʒuni.oʁ]; born 31 August 1976, and also not to be confused with Vitor Roque), more commonly known as Roque Júnior, is a Brazilian football pundit and former player who played as a defender. He won 48 caps for Brazil and was part of the winning squad at the 2002 World Cup. He is one of five players that have won the Copa Libertadores, the Champions League and the World Cup; the others are Ronaldinho, Cafu, Dida and Julián Álvarez.

Quick facts about Roque Júnior

  • Full name: Roque Júnior
  • Born: 1976-08-31
  • Nationality: Brazil
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q315831

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Who is Roque Júnior?

José Vítor Roque Júnior (Brazilian Portuguese: [ˈʁɔki ˈʒuni.oʁ]; born 31 August 1976, and also not to be confused with Vitor Roque), more commonly known as Roque Júnior, is a Brazilian football pundit and former player who played as a defender.

What nationality is Roque Júnior?

Roque Júnior is Brazil.

When was Roque Júnior born?

Roque Júnior was born on 1976-08-31.

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