Marcelinho Carioca: Biography, Facts and Career
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Marcelo Pereira Surcin (born 1 February 1971), known as Marcelinho Carioca, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as an attacking midfielder. He was nicknamed Pé de Anjo ("Angel's Foot") for his accuracy from direct free kicks, having scored 78 goals in this manner. Widely considered one of the greatest free-kick takers of all time, Marcelinho holds the record for the most goals scored directly from free kicks, with 78. Marcelinho had four separate spells at Corinthians, scoring 206 goals in 420 matches for the Timão from 1994 to 2001 and winning eight trophies, including two consecutive national titles and the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup in 2000, but never succeeded internationally due to his difficult character and falling-outs with national team coaches.
Quick facts about Marcelinho Carioca
- Full name: Marcelinho Carioca
- Born: 1971-02-01
- Nationality: Brazil
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q378101
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Who is Marcelinho Carioca?
Marcelo Pereira Surcin (born 1 February 1971), known as Marcelinho Carioca, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as an attacking midfielder.
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Marcelinho Carioca is Brazil.
When was Marcelinho Carioca born?
Marcelinho Carioca was born on 1971-02-01.
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