Fábio Aurélio was born in São Carlos, Brazil, and holds dual citizenship in Brazil and Italy.
He began his professional career at São Paulo FC, making his senior debut at the age of 17.
Aurélio joined Valencia CF in 2000, where he won his first major trophy, La Liga, in the 2001-02 season.
Biography
Early Life
Fábio Aurélio Rodrigues was born on September 24, 1979, in São Carlos, Brazil, to parents Mario and Neide. He grew up in a football-loving family and developed a passion for the sport early on. Aurélio has dual citizenship in Brazil and Italy and has one sister, who is married to fellow Brazilian footballer Edu. He has been married to Elaine since January 2000, and they have two children, Fábio, born in 2001, and Victoria, born in 2006.
Career
Aurélio began his professional career at São Paulo FC, where he made his senior debut in 1997 at just 17 years old. During his time at the club, he made over 50 appearances and was part of the squad that won the Campeonato Paulista in 1998 and 2000. In 2000, after representing Brazil at the Sydney Olympics, he signed with Valencia CF, where he enjoyed significant success, winning La Liga titles in 2001-02 and 2003-04, as well as the UEFA Cup in 2004.
In 2006, Aurélio made a move to Liverpool F.C. on a Bosman free transfer, becoming the first Brazilian to join the club. He played a crucial role in the team, contributing to their victory in the Football League Cup in 2012. Aurélio also represented Brazil at various youth levels and was called up to the senior national team, although injuries prevented him from making his full debut.
Legacy
Fábio Aurélio is remembered as a talented full-back who made significant contributions to every club he played for. His honors include multiple league titles and European trophies, showcasing his skill and dedication on the field. His journey from a young boy in Brazil to a professional footballer in Europe serves as an inspiration to many aspiring athletes.
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Career & Clubs
Having previously represented them at under-17 and under-20 level, Aurélio played for the Brazil Olympic team at the Sydney Olympics in 2000. On 6 June 2003, Aurélio was called to represent the senior Brazil squad at the 2003 FIFA Confederations Cup by head coach Carlos Alberto Parreira but had to be withdrawn due to an injury, He was replaced by Gilberto. On 27 October 2009, Aurélio would receive another chance to represent Brazil for friendly matches against England and Oman, but was not able to make his full debut as he had to withdrawn from the squad again due to another injury.
São Paulo
Aurélio is an academy graduate of São Paulo and made his senior debut for the club in 1997, at the age of 17. During his time at the club, he made over 50 appearances and represented his native Brazil at both under-17 and under-20 levels, as well as at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. He was also part of the squads which ended as runners-up in the Campeonato Paulista in 1996 and 1997, and as champions in 1998 and 2000.
Valencia
Aurélio joined La Liga club Valencia after the 2000 Sydney Olympics on a six-year contract. The 2001–02 season would see him win his first major trophy, when he helped Rafael Benítez's side win their first La Liga championship since 1971. The following season, Aurélio established himself as one of the league's best left-backs after scoring 8 league goals (10 in all competitions). The 2003–04 season was another big year for Valencia, as they won both La Liga as well as the UEFA Cup, defeating Marseille 2–0 in the latter competition's final. Aurélio, however, missed most of the season with a broken leg, managing only two games.
Liverpool
With his six-year contract having expired, Aurélio left Valencia to join Premier League club Liverpool on a Bosman free transfer in July 2006, becoming the first Brazilian to sign for the club. He cited the chance to rejoin former manager Rafael Benítez as a key factor in his decision, telling the Liverpool Echo: "I am going to a new club in which the trainer knows me, to see if I can…
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- Valencia CF (2000–2006)
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- Grêmio FBPA (2012–2013)
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- São Paulo FC (1997–2000)
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- Liverpool F.C. (2006–2012)
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- Brazil national under-23 football team (1999–2000)
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- Brazil national under-20 football team (1999–1999)
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- Premier League
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Personal
Aurélio was born on 24 September 1979 in São Carlos, Brazil to his parents Mario and Neide. He holds dual citizenship of both Brazil and Italy. He has one sister, who is married to fellow Brazilian footballer Edu. Aurélio is married to Elaine since January 2000, and the couple have two children, Fábio (born 2001) and Victoria (born 2006).
Legacy
Valencia
La Liga: 2001–02, 2003–04 UEFA Cup: 2003–04 UEFA Super Cup: 2004 UEFA Champions League runner-up: 2000–01 Liverpool
Football League Cup: 2011–12 FA Community Shield: 2006
Clubs
Played together with
- Aarón EscandellValencia CF · 2008–2012
Aarón ÑíguezValencia CF · 2007–2011- Abel XavierLiverpool F.C. · 2001–2002
- Abel XavierLiverpool F.C. · 2002–2003
- Abner Felipe Souza de AlmeidaBrazil national under-20 football team · 2014–2014
- Adam HammillLiverpool F.C. · 2006–2009
Adam LallanaLiverpool F.C. · 2014–2020
Adam MorganLiverpool F.C. · 2012–2014- Adaílton José dos Santos FilhoBrazil national under-20 football team · 2003–2003
Adaílton Martins BolzanBrazil national under-20 football team · 1997–1997
Ademilson Braga Bispo JuniorBrazil national under-20 football team · 2012–2013- Ademilson Braga Bispo JuniorBrazil national under-23 football team · 2014
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Identifiers & aliases
Fábio Aurélio Rodrigues is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played for São Paulo, Valencia, Liverpool and Grěmio. He played as either a left-back or left-winger and represented Brazil at under-17 and under-20 levels and at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
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