Rodrigo Rodrigues Ribeiro (born 18 July 1978 in Itaboraí) is a retired Brazilian professional footballer who played for Luxembourg club FC Jeunesse Canach as a central defender.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Rodrigo Rodrigues Ribeiro | ||
| Date of birth | 18 July 1978 | ||
| Place of birth | Itaboraí, Brazil | ||
| Height | 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Centre back | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1999–2000 | Associação Desportiva Cabofriense | 28 | (1) |
| 2000–2003 | Sporting Pombal | 95 | (10) |
| 2003–2004 | Barreirense | 14 | (1) |
| 2004–2005 | Portimonense | 30 | (0) |
| 2005–2008 | Vizela | 75 | (3) |
| 2008–2010 | Doxa | 56 | (5) |
| 2010–2011 | Olympiakos Nicosia | 27 | (1) |
| 2011–2012 | Cabofriense | 16 | (2) |
| 2012 | Nea Salamis | 8 | (0) |
| 2013–2014 | Union 05 | 30 | (4) |
| 2014–2020 | Jeunesse Canach | 138 | (12) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 27 August 2017 | |||
After a distinguished career as a footballer, Rodrigo Rodrigues Ribeiro found a new vocation on the sidelines. In 2024, after his retirement as an athlete, he began a new journey as a coach. His experience as a player, combined with his in-depth knowledge of the game, has made him a promising figure on the soccer scene.
Rodrigo brings with him an unparalleled passion for the sport and an unwavering commitment to developing young talent. His appointment as youth coach at F91 Dudelange in Luxembourg marks the beginning of a new era in his career. With a decade of experience in the country, Rodrigo is determined to shape and inspire the next generation of players, guiding them towards success on the pitch.
While his legacy as a player is remarkable, it is as a coach that Rodrigo Rodrigues Ribeiro now seeks to leave his indelible mark on the world of soccer. With his strategic vision, inspiring leadership and unwavering commitment, he is ready to face the challenges and reach new heights in his coaching career.
External links edit
- Rodrigo Ribeiro at ForaDeJogo (archived)
- Rodrigo Ribeiro at Soccerway
