Edílson is a celebrated Brazilian football player known for his forward position and impactful career.
Edílson broke the Série A transfer record when he moved to Palmeiras in 1993, showcasing his rising star status in Brazilian football.
He won multiple titles with Palmeiras, including the Brasileirão Série A and Campeonato Paulista in 1993 and 1994.
Biography
Early Life
Edílson da Silva Ferreira, born in Salvador, Brazil, began his football journey in the amateur leagues of his hometown. His talent was recognized early on, leading him to join Industrial Esporte Clube in 1990, where he turned professional. His performances quickly caught the eye of larger clubs, and in 1993, he made a significant move to Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras, breaking the Série A transfer record at the time.
Career
At Palmeiras, Edílson played alongside notable players like Edmundo and Roberto Carlos, contributing to the team's success by winning two consecutive league titles in 1993 and 1994, as well as two Campeonato Paulista titles and the Torneio Rio – São Paulo. His international career began in 1993 when he debuted for the Brazil national team, eventually playing a crucial role in the 2002 FIFA World Cup, where Brazil emerged victorious.
Throughout his career, Edílson showcased his skills at various clubs, including stints at Kashiwa Reysol in Japan, where he was a top scorer, and later at clubs like Corinthians, Flamengo, and Cruzeiro. He was known for his forward position and was celebrated for his scoring ability, earning accolades such as the FIFA Club World Cup Golden Ball in 2000.
Legacy
Edílson's legacy is marked by his impressive club achievements, including multiple league titles and individual honors like the Bola de Ouro and Bola de Prata. After retiring from professional football, he transitioned into a career as a football pundit, sharing his insights and experiences from his illustrious playing days. His contributions to Brazilian football continue to be remembered and celebrated.
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Career & Clubs
Born in Salvador, Edílson youth development was spent in several amateur clubs of his home town. In 1990, he received an invitation of manager Jaime Braga to join Industrial Esporte Clube, which played in the Campeonato Capixaba, where he became a professional footballer. A year later, he moved to Tanabi in the Paulista A2, with his performances attracting attention of larger clubs in the São Paulo region, first Guarani in 1992, and latter Palmeiras in 1993, momentarily breaking the Série A transfer record, being surpass two weeks later by Edmundo. At Palmeiras, Edilson played alongside Edmundo, Zinho, Roberto Carlos, Mazinho, César Sampaio, in a team that won two consecutive league titles, in 1993 and 1994, plus two Campeonato Paulista and the Torneio Rio – São Paulo. During this time, he received his first callup to the national team. In 1994, Edilson moved abroad for the first team, joining Benfica in the Primeira Liga on a loan deal. He made his debut on 21 August, replacing Abel Xavier, in a 2–0 home win against S.C. Beira-Mar. Although Artur Jorge only made him a regular starter from December onwards, Edilson still finished the 1994–95 season as the club top scorer, with 17 goals. He returned to Palmeiras for the remainder of 1995, only to move to Kashiwa Reysol in the J1 League in 1996, in a second loan deal. In the two seasons in Japan, Edílson finished both as runner-up in Golden Boot ranking, scoring 21 goals in 1996, and 23 in 1997. Back to Brazil, Edílson joined…
Edilson debuted for Brazil on 24 June 1993, in a 3–0 win against Paraguay. He then spent several years without playing, returning in 2001, when he became an important player in the final stages of the CONMEBOL qualification for the 2002 FIFA World Cup. He was a used substitution in the games against China and England and started in the matches against Costa Rica and Turkey.
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- S.C. Corinthians Paulista (1997–2000)
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- E.C. Vitória (2004–2004)
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- Associação Desportiva São Caetano (2005–2005)
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- Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras (1993–1997)
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- Clube de Regatas do Flamengo (2000–2003)
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- Kashiwa Reysol (1996–1997)
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- CR Vasco da Gama (2006–2006)
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- Esporte Clube Bahia (2010–2010)
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- Cruzeiro E.C. (2002–2002)
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- Tanabi Esporte Clube (1991–1992)
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- S.L. Benfica (1994–1995)
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- Al Ain FC (2004–2005)
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- Guarani Futebol Clube (1992–1992)
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- Kashiwa Reysol (2002–2003)
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- E.C. Vitória (2007–2007)
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- Clube Atlético Taboão da Serra (2016–)
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- Brazil men's national football team (1993–2002)
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- Clube de Regatas do Flamengo (2003–2003)
- National team
- Brazil
Legacy
Club
Palmeiras
Brasileirão Série A: 1993, Campeonato Paulista: 1993, 1994 Torneio Rio – São Paulo: 1993 Corinthians
Brasileirão Série A: 1998, 1999 Campeonato Paulista: 1999 FIFA Club World Cup: 2000 Flamengo
Campeonato Carioca: 2001 Copa dos Campeões: 2001 Cruzeiro
Copa Sul-Minas: 2002 Vitória
Campeonato Baiano: 2004 Al Ain
UAE President's Cup: 2004–05
International
Brazil
FIFA World Cup: 2002
Individual
FIFA Club World Cup Golden Ball: 2000 Bola de Ouro: 1998 Bola de Prata: 1998 Campeonato Carioca best striker: 2001
Clubs
- Clube Atlético Taboão da Serra2016current
- Tanabi Esporte Clube1991–1992
- Guarani Futebol Clube1992–1992
- Brazil men's national football team1993–2002
- Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras1993–1997
- S.L. Benfica1994–1995
- Kashiwa Reysol1996–1997
- S.C. Corinthians Paulista1997–2000
- Clube de Regatas do Flamengo2000–2003
- Cruzeiro E.C.2002–2002
- Kashiwa Reysol2002–2003
- Clube de Regatas do Flamengo2003–2003
- Al Ain FC2004–2005
- E.C. Vitória2004–2004
- Associação Desportiva São Caetano2005–2005
- CR Vasco da Gama2006–2006
- E.C. Vitória2007–2007
- Esporte Clube Bahia2010–2010
Played together with
- Abdelkrim El HadriouiS.L. Benfica · 1997–1998
Abdul Kader KeïtaAl Ain FC · 2001–2002- Abdul Kader KeïtaAl Ain FC · 2002–2002
Abedi PeleAl Ain FC · 1998–2000
Abel BragaBrazil men's national football team · 1978–1978- Abel BragaCR Vasco da Gama · 1976–1979
- Abel BragaCruzeiro E.C. · 1981–1982
- Abel XavierS.L. Benfica · 1993–1995
- Acácio Cordeiro BarretoBrazil men's national football team · 1986–1990
- Acácio Cordeiro BarretoCR Vasco da Gama · 1982–1991
- Adalto Batista da SilvaGuarani Futebol Clube · 2005–2005
- Adalto Batista da SilvaSociedade Esportiva Palmeiras · 2002–2004
Archive
Passport
Identifiers & aliases
Edílson da Silva Ferreira is a Brazilian football pundit and retired footballer who played as a forward.
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