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João Alves de Assis Silva (born 20 March 1987), known as Jô (Brazilian Portuguese: [ʒo]) or João Alves, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a forward. He has previously played for Corinthians, CSKA Moscow, Manchester City, Everton, Galatasaray, Internacional, Atlético Mineiro and Nagoya Grampus. Jô made his full international debut for Brazil in 2007, and was in the squads which took bronze at the 2008 Olympics and won the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup, and also played at the 2014 FIFA World Cup.

Quick facts about Jô

  • Full name:
  • Born: 1987-03-20
  • Nationality: Brazil
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q314099

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Who is Jô?

João Alves de Assis Silva (born 20 March 1987), known as Jô (Brazilian Portuguese: [ʒo]) or João Alves, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a forward. He has previously played for Corinthians, CSKA Moscow, Manchester City, Everton, Galatasaray, Internacional, Atlético Mineiro and Nagoya Grampus.

What nationality is Jô?

Jô is Brazil.

When was Jô born?

Jô was born on 1987-03-20.

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