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38 years |
Birth date |
March 29, 1986 |
Zodiac sign |
Aries |
Place of Birth |
Brazil |
Occupation |
Soccer player |
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Jardel Nivaldo Vieira (born 29 March 1986), simply known as Jardel, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays for and captains Portuguese club Benfica as a central defender.
He spent most of his career at Benfica, having joined from Olhanense for €500,000 in January 2011, and became captain in September 2018. He made over 200 appearances for the club and won 14 honours, including five Primeira Liga titles.
Born in Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, Jardel was an Avaí FC youth graduate. Signing his first professional contract at the age of only 16, being promoted to the first team.
In March 2005, Jardel joined Esporte Clube Vitória, winning the year's Campeonato Baiano while at the club. After suffering relegation from Campeonato Brasileiro Série B, he signed for Santos FC on 15 January 2006.
Jardel left Peixe in December 2006 after making no appearances and struggling severely with injuries. He subsequently represented Iraty Sport Club, Avaí, Joinville Esporte Clube, Ituano FC and Desportivo Brasil before moving abroad.
Height | 6 ft 4 in / 192 cm |
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Weight | 187 lb / 85 kg |
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Hair Color | Black |
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Eye Color | Dark brown |
Nationality | Brazilian |
Race / ethnicity | White |