Marcelo Vieira Bio:
Marcelo Vieira is a famous Brazilian professional football player, who is well known for playing for Brazil and Real Madrid. He mainly plays as left-back and sometimes takes the role of a left winger as well.
Vieira was born on May 12th, 1988 in the beautiful city of Rio de Janeiro. And started his career playing futsal. He came from a poor background which was hard on Marcelo. He considered getting away from football for good in his early days. From the encouragement and motivation from his grandfather, who convinced him to get serious about football. From his young days, Vieira signed to Fluminense in Rio de Janeiro.
Career:
In 2005, he helped Fluminense win the Campeonato Carioca (a local football competition organized annually in Rio de Janeiro). And in 2006, he was promoted to Brasileirao Team of the Season. This got the world to start noticing the talent of Vieira. At the end of 2006, Vieira signed a deal with Real Madrid for a contract of 8 million USD. Since joining he was able to cement his place in the club as a legendary player. And his time with Real Madrid has been nothing but spectacular. And in his time, Real Madrid won over 20 trophies which included four UEFA Champions Leagues.
Vieira has represented his national team, Brazil on the big stage as well. He made his debut for the national team in the year 2006, against Wales. He scored a goal in that match. From there on out, he represented Brazil in the 2008 Olympic squad, and in that campaign, he won a bronze medal. In 2012, the team won a silver medal, and then in 2014, he was part of the Brazilain team to reach the semi-final stage FIFA world cup.
Salary and Net Worth:
As a football player, Marcelo possesses unique abilities which include the speed which helps him cover, attack, and his defense capabilities. Vieira wears the number 12 jersey for Real Madrid. His reported net salary is 5 million USD per annum.
Personal Life:
In 2008 Marcelo married his longtime sweetheart Clarice Alves and they have two children. Marcelo received Spanish Nationality in 2011 which gives him the privilege of registering himself as a European player.
| Date of Birth | 12 May 1988 |
|---|---|
| Place of Birth (Born) | Rio de Janeiro |
| Nationality | Brazilian |
| Turned Professional | 2006 |
| Height | 5ft 9in |
| Salary Contract | 5.2 Million USD |
| Net Worth | 17 Million USD |
| Official Website | NOT FOUND |
| @MarceloM12 | |
| https://www.facebook.com/marcelom12/ | |
| @marcelotwelve |
