Marcelo Vieira da Silva Júnior
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- Place of Birth: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Date of Birth: 12/05/1988
- Position: Defender
- Weight: 73 kg
- Height: 171.9 cm
- Nationality: Brazilian
Marcelo Vieira da Silva Júnior, or simply Marcelo, was one of the
‘Crown Jewels’ of always-prolific Brazilian football and one of Real
Madrid’s swanky winter signings of 2006/07. He arrived in Europe at the
age of 18 having already hit the big time with Fluminense and he quickly
adapted to Madrid thanks to the other Brazilians on the squad, but
especially Roberto Carlos, who took Marcelo under his wing and taught
his successor the tricks of the trade.
A pacey and offensive player, the young left-back has worked
arduously since landing in Madrid hoping to capitalize on the
opportunities given to him by the manager. With nerves of steel and ice
running through his veins, Marcelo didn't take long to earn a spot in
the starting eleven.
Marcelo’s consistent playing time also rubbed off on Brazilian
national team coach Dunga, who gave the youngster his debut against
Wales. No one could have written a better script as Marcelo hammered
home an impressive crossed shot from outside the box in an all-out
display of strength, speed, and ball-handling.
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