ROBINHO

in Player of the Day by albion — June 29, 2010 at 6:06 pm | 2 comments

Róbson de Souza (born 25 January 1984 in São Vicente), more commonly known as Robinho, is a Brazilian professional footballer who currently plays as a striker for Premier League side Manchester City. He is also a member of the Brazilian national team.

Robinho was personally picked by Brazil legend Pelé as his heir apparent at only 15 years of age and went on to lead Santos to their first Campeonato Brasileiro title since Pelé himself played for the same legendary Brazilian club. Since then he has won another title with Santos and two more with Real Madrid as well. Robinho has won one Copa América title and two Confederations Cups with Brazil.

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