Athirson Mazzoli e Oliveira
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Athirson Mazolli e Oliveira, or simply Athirson (born 16 January 1977) is a Brazilian footballer
who plays as left back
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and played much of his early career at Flamengo
. He was signed by Juventus but loaned to Flamengo in February 2002. He contract was terminated in October 2003.
along with Roque Junior. He then signed a six months contract with Botafogo
. but his contract was terminated on 4 October 2007, after just playing only seven times for the club.
He signed a one year contract with Brasiliense
on 22 February 2008, then signed for Portuguesa
in September 2008. On 26 April 2009 the left-back signed for Cruzeiro
on a free transfer until December.
He had received offer from America-RJ after his contract with Portuguesa on 31 December 2010. In 2011 he signed for Duque de Caxias
to play at Campeonato Brasileiro Série B
but was released during the competition. On 6 October 2011 he signed for Projecta, a Brazilian indoor soccer
club based at Espírito Santo
.
. He also had 14 appearances and 2 goals for Brazil U-23
which compete at the 2000 Summer Olympics
. He was in the squad of 1997 FIFA World Youth Championship
.
Football in Brazil
Football is the most popular sport in Brazil. The Brazilian national football team has won the FIFA World Cup tournament a record 5 times, in 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994 and 2002, and is the only team to succeed in qualifying for every World Cup competition ever held. It is among the favourites to win...
who plays as left back
Defender (association football)
Within the sport of association football, a defender is an outfield player whose primary role is to prevent the opposition from attacking....
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Position
Usually a left back, Athirson could also play on the left wing and as an attacking midfielder. He was useful there because of his attacking skills.Club career
He was born in Rio de JaneiroRio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro , commonly referred to simply as Rio, is the capital city of the State of Rio de Janeiro, the second largest city of Brazil, and the third largest metropolitan area and agglomeration in South America, boasting approximately 6.3 million people within the city proper, making it the 6th...
and played much of his early career at Flamengo
Clube de Regatas do Flamengo
Clube de Regatas do Flamengo , also known as Flamengo and familiarly as Mengão, is a Brazilian sports club based in the Flamengo bairro, Zona Sul, Rio de Janeiro, best known for its professional football team...
. He was signed by Juventus but loaned to Flamengo in February 2002. He contract was terminated in October 2003.
Late career
Athirson was released by Bayer LeverkusenBayer Leverkusen
Bayer 04 Leverkusen is a German football club based in Leverkusen, North Rhine-Westphalia. It is the most well-known department of TSV Bayer 04 Leverkusen, a sports club whose members also participate in athletics, gymnastics, basketball and other sports.-Origins and early years:On 27 November...
along with Roque Junior. He then signed a six months contract with Botafogo
Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas
Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas , also known as Botafogo and familiarly as Estrela Solitária, is a Brazilian sports club based in Botafogo, neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, best known for its football team. They play in the Campeonato Carioca, Rio de Janeiro's state league, and the Campeonato...
. but his contract was terminated on 4 October 2007, after just playing only seven times for the club.
He signed a one year contract with Brasiliense
Brasiliense Futebol Clube
The Brasiliense Futebol Clube is a Brazilian football club, based in Taguatinga, Distrito Federal.Brasiliense wears yellow uniforms, hence one of its supporters' associations is named Febre Amarela...
on 22 February 2008, then signed for Portuguesa
Associação Portuguesa de Desportos
Associação Portuguesa de Desportos, usually called Portuguesa or Lusa, is a sports club, and a Brazilian football team from São Paulo in São Paulo state, founded on August 14, 1920 by the Portuguese population of the city.-History:...
in September 2008. On 26 April 2009 the left-back signed for Cruzeiro
Cruzeiro Esporte Clube
Cruzeiro Esporte Clube is a Brazilian football team, from Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, and are one of the only five clubs to have never been relegated, along with Santos, São Paulo, Flamengo and Internacional. Founded on January 2, 1921, they are only one of three clubs to have participated in...
on a free transfer until December.
He had received offer from America-RJ after his contract with Portuguesa on 31 December 2010. In 2011 he signed for Duque de Caxias
Duque de Caxias Futebol Clube
Duque de Caxias Futebol Clube, usually known simply as Duque de Caxias, is a Brazilian football team from the city of Duque de Caxias, Rio de Janeiro state, currently playing in the Brazilian Série B which is the second division level of the Brazilian football...
to play at Campeonato Brasileiro Série B
Campeonato Brasileiro Série B
The Série B is the second division of Brazilian football. It is played by 20 teams. However, the competition format has changed almost every year since it first occurred, in 1971. In some years, it was not played altogether...
but was released during the competition. On 6 October 2011 he signed for Projecta, a Brazilian indoor soccer
Indoor soccer
Indoor soccer or arena soccer, or six-a-side football in the United Kingdom, is a game derived from association football adapted for play in an indoor arena such as a turf-covered hockey arena or skating rink. The most important difference in play is that the indoor field is surrounded by a wall...
club based at Espírito Santo
Espírito Santo
Espírito Santo is one of the states of southeastern Brazil, often referred to by the abbreviation "ES". Its capital is Vitória and the largest city is Vila Velha. The name of the state means literally "holy spirit" after the Holy Ghost of Christianity...
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International career
Athirson has played five times for the Brazilian national teamBrazil national football team
The Brazil national football team represents Brazil in international men's football and is controlled by the Brazilian Football Confederation , the governing body for football in Brazil. They are a member of the International Federation of Association Football since 1923 and also a member of the...
. He also had 14 appearances and 2 goals for Brazil U-23
Brazil Olympic football team
Brazil Olympic football team represents Brazil in international football competitions in Olympic Games. The selection is limited to players under the age of 23, except three overage players. The team is controlled by the Brazilian Football Confederation...
which compete at the 2000 Summer Olympics
2000 Summer Olympics
The Sydney 2000 Summer Olympic Games or the Millennium Games/Games of the New Millennium, officially known as the Games of the XXVII Olympiad, were an international multi-sport event which was celebrated between 15 September and 1 October 2000 in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia...
. He was in the squad of 1997 FIFA World Youth Championship
1997 FIFA World Youth Championship
The 1997 FIFA World Youth Championship was the 11th staging of the FIFA World Youth Championship. It was held from June 16 to July 5, 1997 in Malaysia.-Venues:-Qualification:The following 24 teams qualified for the 1997 FIFA World Youth Championship...
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Honours
- Toulon Tournament: 1996
- Gold Cup: 1996
- Brazilian Cup : 1998
- Conmebol Cup: 1998
- Rio de Janeiro State League: 1999, 2000
- Brazilian League: 1999, 2000
- Tournament Rio – São Paulo: 1999
- Guanabara Cup : 1999
- Copa America: 1999
- Mercosul Cup: 1999
- Pre-Olympic Tournament: 2000