Leonel Bolsonello (born 2 August 1966) is a Brazilian former footballer.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | August 4, 1966 | ||
| Place of birth | Brazil | ||
| Position(s) | Striker | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| –1987 | Matsubara | ||
| 1988–1990 | Passo Fundo | ||
| 1991–1992 | Fluminense FC | ||
| 1992–1994 | Pumas | ||
| 1994–1995 | Veracruz | ||
| 1995–1996 | FAS | ||
| 1996 | Toluca | ||
| 1997 | Zacatepec | ||
| 1997–1999 | Venados | ||
| 1999 | Toronto Lynx | ||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Career edit
Bolsonello started his career with Brazilian side Matsubara. In 1988, he signed for Brazilian side Passo Fundo. In 1991, he signed for Brazilian side Fluminense FC. In 1992, he signed for Mexican side Pumas. He was initially regarded as a fan favorite.[1] He scored eighteen goals in his first season while playing for the club.[2] In 1994, he signed for Mexican side Veracruz. In 1995, he signed for Salvadoran side FAS. In 1996, he signed for Mexican side Toluca. In 1997, he signed for Mexican side Zacatepec. In 1999, he signed for Canadian side Toronto Lynx.[citation needed]
Style of play edit
Bolsonello mainly operated as a striker. He was known for his shooting power.[3]
Personal life edit
After retiring from professional football, Bolsonello lived in Mexico City, Mexico and Passo Fundo, Brazil. He worked as a player agent.[4]
References edit
- ^ "¿Qué fue de Leonel Bolsonello, ex de Pumas que fue amarrado y asaltado?". lasillarota.com.
- ^ "El día que confundieron a 'Tiba', jugador brasileño de Pumas en los noventa, con un ladrón". bolavip.com.
- ^ "Glorias Pasadas: ¿Qué fue de Leonel Bolsonello?". Glorias Pasadas.
- ^ "Pela frente do Brasil, o México". Diario da Manha (Archived).
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