Ilsinho originally started his career as a right-back, but during his time at Shakhtar Donetsk, he was used as a winger, where he showed off his skill and speed.
15 Facts About Ilsinho
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Ilsinho began his career at Palmeiras in 2006 before signing for Sao Paulo later that year.
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Ilsinho returned to Sao Paulo in 2010 before joining Internacional the following year.
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Ilsinho began his playing career in 2006 within his home state of Sao Paulo with Palmeiras playing right full-back.
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Ilsinho was a key contributor to the UEFA Cup run when he scored a game-winning goal against Dynamo Kyiv, advancing Donetsk to the finals past their domestic rival.
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Ilsinho rejoined Shakhtar in January 2012 on a three and a half-year contract, accepting a much lower salary than his previous one with the club.
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Ilsinho left Shakhtar Donetsk upon the completion of his contract on 30 June 2015.
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The first few seasons, Ilsinho struggled with fitness but found good offensive combinations with the Union's offense.
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Ilsinho finished the 2019 season with eight assists and five goals.
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In January 2020, Ilsinho re-signed to a one-year contract with the Union.
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In March 2022, Ilsinho officially announced his retirement from professional football.
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On 8 March 2007, Ilsinho was called up to the Brazil squad for the first time for two friendlies against Chile and Ghana.
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Ilsinho made his international debut against Ghana on 27 March 2007 as the starting right-back.
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Ilsinho was part of Brazil's squad for the 2008 Summer Olympics in which the team earned a Bronze medal after reaching third place.
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Ilsinho holds a US green card which qualifies him as a domestic player for MLS roster purposes.