Marcelinho Paraíba is a retired Brazilian professional footballer who played as a midfielder. He is best known for his time with Grêmio, where he won the Copa Libertadores in 1995 and 2001. He also played for several other clubs in Brazil, as well as in Portugal, Spain, and England.
Paraíba was born in Campina Grande, Paraíba, Brazil, on May 7, 1975. He began his career with local club Campinense in 1993. In 1995, he joined Grêmio, where he quickly became a key player. He helped the club win the Copa Libertadores in 1995 and 2001, as well as the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A in 1996 and 2001.
In 2002, Paraíba moved to Portugal to play for Sporting CP. He spent two seasons with the club, winning the Taça de Portugal in 2002. In 2004, he moved to Spain to play for Real Betis. He spent two seasons with the club, before returning to Brazil in 2006 to play for Flamengo.
Paraíba spent the next few years playing for various clubs in Brazil, including Corinthians, Palmeiras, and Atlético Mineiro. In 2013, he retired from football.
Paraíba was a member of the Brazil national team from 1998 to 2001. He was part of the team that won the Copa América in 1999.
Paraíba is currently a football commentator for SporTV.
Here are some of Paraíba’s career highlights:
- Copa Libertadores: 1995, 2001
- Campeonato Brasileiro Série A: 1996, 2001
- Taça de Portugal: 2002
- Copa América: 1999
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