Richarlison | Brazilian Professional Footballer

Richarlison de Andrade (born 10 May 1997), commonly known as Richarlison, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward for Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur and the Brazil national team.

Richarlison is a highly regarded figure in Brazil and is widely recognized as one of the top young talents on the global stage. He plays a pivotal role for both Tottenham Hotspur and the Brazilian national team, and there are high expectations for his continued improvement in the years ahead.

Attribute	Value
Age	26
Girlfriend	Unknown
Height	1.84 m (6 ft 0 in)
Career	Professional footballer
Date of birth	10 May 1997

Match Stats:

Premier League (Everton)

Season	Mat	G	As
2023/24	21	6	1
2022/23	30	11	5
2021/22	30	10	5
2020/21	35	13	4
2019/20	35	13	5

FA Cup (Everton)

Season	Ma	Go	As
2023/24	2	1	0
2022/23	4	1	0
2021/22	4	0	1
2020/21	3	0	0

EFL Cup (Everton)

Season	Mat	G	As
2023/24	1	0	0
2022/23	2	1	1
2021/22	2	0	0
2020/21	1	0	0

Copa América (Brazil)

Year	Ma	Go	As
2021	7	1	0

Olympic Games (Brazil)

Year	Ma	Go	Ass
2020	6	5	0

Other Leagues (Premier League)

Season	Mat	Go	As
2018/19	35	13	4
2017/18	38	5	5

Richarlison’s Career Highlights:

Club Career:

Early Career (2015-2017): Began his professional career with América Mineiro, helping them achieve promotion to the top tier of Brazilian football. Later moved to Fluminense, where he established himself as a rising star, finishing as runner-up in the 2017 Campeonato Carioca and earning a place in the Team of the Season.
Watford (2017-2018): Transferred to Premier League club Watford, where he quickly adapted to the English game, showcasing his pace, power, and technical ability.
Everton (2018-2022): Joined Everton in 2018, becoming a key player for the club. He formed a strong partnership with Dominic Calvert-Lewin and established himself as a fan favorite known for his work ethic, passion, and spectacular goals.
Tottenham Hotspur (2022-Present): Signed for Tottenham Hotspur in 2022, looking to continue his development under manager Antonio Conte.

International Career:

Senior Debut (2018): Made his senior debut for Brazil in 2018 and quickly became a regular part of the squad.
International Honours:
- Winner of the 2019 Copa América
- Gold medal at the 2020 Olympic Games
- Runner-up at the 2021 Copa América

Richarlison All Teams

Team	Country	Years
América Mineiro	Brazil	2015-2016
Fluminense	Brazil	2016-2017
Watford	England	2017-2018
Everton	England	2018-2022
Tottenham Hotspur	England	2022-Present

Richarlison Family:

1. Antônio Carlos Andrade (Father):

Richarlison’s father, Antônio Carlos, has been a constant source of inspiration and support. Having worked as a bricklayer to make ends meet, he ensured young Richarlison had access to football opportunities, even building him a makeshift “field” out of bricks.

2. Marlene Aparecida de Andrade (Mother):

Richarlison’s mother, Marlene, dedicated herself to caring for the family and providing a loving, supportive environment. She nurtured Richarlison’s passion for football, making sacrifices to ensure he could pursue his dreams.

3. Siblings:

Richarlison has two brothers, Kaio and Rodrigo, and a sister, Thaynara. Their close bond is evident in his social media posts and interviews, where he expresses his love and appreciation for their support.

4. Extended Family:

Richarlison’s wider family, including his aunts, uncles, and cousins, are also active supporters. They form a strong network of love and encouragement, celebrating his achievements and offering unwavering support during difficult times.

Social Media Accounts:

Richarlison is a popular figure on social media, with over 22.7 million followers on Instagram, over 1.6 million followers on Twitter, and over 1 million followers on TikTok, And over 4.6 Million Follolwers on Facebook. He uses his social media accounts to connect with his fans, share photos and videos of his personal and professional life, and promote his sponsors

Instagram:

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Twitter:

Essa é minha história de amor com a Seleção Brasileira. Estou pronto para lutar novamente. Conteúdo completo no @TPTBrasil.https://t.co/uq74X437ar
— Richarlison Andrade (@richarlison97) June 16, 2023

Facebook:

TikTok:

@richarlison
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♬ som original – Richarlison Andrade

FAQs

Q1. Richarlison Nickname?
As you mentioned earlier, Richarlison’s most well-known nickname is “Pombo”, which means “pigeon” in Portuguese.
Q2. Richarlison Plays for which team?
1. Tottenham Hotspur Football Club.
2. Brazil national team.
Q3. Which clubs has he played for?
He has played for América Mineiro, Fluminense, Watford, Everton, and now Tottenham Hotspur.
Q4. What are his biggest achievements?
He has won the Copa América with Brazil (2019) and the Olympic gold medal (2016). He also reached the final of the FA Cup with Everton (2020).
Q5. What is his transfer history?
His latest transfer was from Everton to Tottenham in July 2022 for a reported fee of £60 million.
Q6. What is his playing style?
He is known for his energetic and direct playing style, with a powerful shot and good dribbling skills. He is also known for his acrobatic celebrations, especially the “Dança do Pombo.”