1. Alex Sandro Lobo da Silva was born on 26 January 1991 and is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a left-back for Campeonato Brasileiro Serie A club Flamengo and the Brazil national team.
18 Facts About Alex Sandro
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At club level, Alex Sandro began his career with Atletico Paranaense, and later played for Santos on loan.
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At international level, Alex Sandro represents Brazil, for which he has gained 40 caps.
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In 2009, Alex Sandro played a role in Atletico's championship run in the Campeonato Paranaense, playing in eight matches.
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Alex Sandro was signed by Santos in 2010 on a two-year loan deal.
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Alex Sandro returned for the second leg in Munich, where he could not prevent his team's elimination despite putting on a strong individual performance.
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Alex Sandro came on as a substitute for Patrice Evra in the Coppa Italia final against Milan at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, which was decided by an Alvaro Morata lone goal in extra time.
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Alex Sandro completed the season with 43 appearances across competitions, 11 more than the previous year.
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Alex Sandro played a key role in Mario Mandzukic's temporary equaliser in the first half, supplying the cross that was chested down to the Croatian by Gonzalo Higuain.
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On 26 August 2024, Alex Sandro joined Brazilian club Flamengo.
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Alex Sandro is a part of the golden Atletico Paranaense youth setup, which has produced a great amount of defenders in very little time, with Raul, Manoel, Ronaldo Alves, Carlao and Bruno Costa all making themselves known in 2009.
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Alex Sandro made his debut in a friendly match at 18 years of age.
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In May 2019, Sandro was included in Brazil's 23-man squad for the 2019 Copa America on home soil by manager Tite.
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On 7 November 2022, Alex Sandro was named in the squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
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Alex Sandro is a quick, energetic and offensive minded defender, who is a strong tackler and a good reader of the game, courtesy of his speed and anticipation.
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Alex Sandro is capable of playing anywhere along the left flank; although mainly a full-back, he has been used as a wing-back and as a wide midfielder.
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Alex Sandro has been described as a player who is a "powerful runner, can beat opponents one-on-one and is an excellent crosser of the ball".
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Alex Sandro's playing position, athleticism, and playing style have drawn comparisons with compatriot and 2002 FIFA World Cup-winner Roberto Carlos.