Jádson is a Brazilian footballer born in 1983, known for his role as an attacking midfielder.
He began his professional career at Club Athletico Paranaense, winning two Paranaense Championships.
In 2005, Jádson transferred to FC Shakhtar Donetsk, where he achieved significant success, including winning the UEFA Cup in 2009.
Biography
Early Life
Jádson Rodrigues da Silva, commonly known as Jádson, was born in Londrina, Brazil, in 1983. He began his football journey at a young age, showcasing his talent as an attacking midfielder. His early career was marked by significant achievements with Club Athletico Paranaense, where he helped the team secure two Paranaense Championships in 2002 and 2005, and contributed to their runner-up finish in the Brazilian league in 2004.
Career Highlights
In 2005, Jádson made a pivotal move to FC Shakhtar Donetsk, where he became a key player. His most notable moment came in the 2009 UEFA Cup Final, where he scored the winning goal against Werder Bremen, earning the Man of the Match title. Over his six years with Shakhtar, he scored a total of nine goals in European competitions, including a memorable hat-trick against FC Basel in the Champions League.
After a successful stint in Ukraine, Jádson returned to Brazil in 2012, signing with São Paulo FC for €4 million. His career continued to flourish as he later joined S.C. Corinthians Paulista in 2014, where he expressed pride in wearing the iconic number 10 shirt, previously donned by football legends.
Jádson also represented the Brazil national team, making his debut in 2011. He participated in the 2011 Copa América and the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup, where he played in the final against Spain, contributing to Brazil's victory.
Playing Style
Known for his technical ability, Jádson's playing style is characterized by his exceptional passing, scoring threat, and proficiency with both feet. His contributions on the field have made him a respected figure in Brazilian football, leaving a lasting legacy in the clubs he has represented.
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Career & Clubs
Atlético Paranaense
Born in Londrina, Jádson began his career playing for Atlético Paranaense in Brazil, where he helped the squad to win two Paranaense Championships (2002, 2005) and to be runners-up in the Brazilian league (2004).
Shakhtar Donetsk
In 2005, Jádson sealed a transfer to Shakhtar Donetsk. He scored the winning goal in extra time for Shakhtar in a 2–1 victory to win the 2009 UEFA Cup Final against Werder Bremen in Istanbul and was named Man of the match, as well as having previously scored 3 goals in the competition (a total of four in the UEFA Cup) and four goals in the Champions League including a hat-trick against FC Basel, to bring his total to nine goals in European competitions in 2008–09. He almost joined Arsenal during the summer in 2011.
São Paulo
After seven years in Ukraine, Jádson returned to Brazil in early 2012. He was bought for €4 million by São Paulo FC.
Corinthians
On 5 February 2014, Jádson was involved in a transaction between São Paulo and Corinthians in which he was traded to the latter and Alexandre Pato transferred to São Paulo. Eleven days after signing, on his debut for Corithians, in a 1–1 draw against rival Palmeiras, Jádson left the game to applause, substituted by Renato Augusto, and said the following words: "I am very happy to wear Corinthians' number 10 shirt. Great names of football, as Neto and Rivellino, already wore this number in the club's shirt. The fans can be certain I'll play the…
Jádson made his international debut for Brazil on 9 February 2011, coming off the bench in a 1–0 loss to France. Jádson was called up to the Brazil squad for the 2011 Copa América held in Argentina. He was an unused substitute in their disappointing 0–0 draw against Venezuela in the first game. However, he started the following match against Paraguay, replacing Robinho on the right wing after the former's limp display against Venezuela. He opened up the scoring with a long range shot, with Brazil eventually salvaging a 2–2 draw in the 89th minute. Jadson also was called up for the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup on home soil. He made one appearance in the tournament, coming on as a 73rd-minute substitute for Hulk in the final, a 3–0 win over Spain.
Jádson is known for his technical ability, passing, scoring threat and ability to use both feet.
Club
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International
Scores and results list Brazil's goal tally first.
- Club
- São Paulo FC (2012–2014)
- Club
- Club Athletico Paranaense (2003–2004)
- Club
- Brazil men's national football team (2011–2013)
- National team
- Brazil
- Club
- Tianjin Tianhai F.C. (2016–)
- Club
- FC Shakhtar Donetsk (2005–2011)
- Club
- S.C. Corinthians Paulista (2014–2015)
Clubs
Played together with
- Abdulla Al KamaliClub Athletico Paranaense · 2008–2009
Abel BragaBrazil men's national football team · 1978–1978- Abel LobatónClub Athletico Paranaense · 2000–2000
Abner ViníciusClub Athletico Paranaense- Acácio Cordeiro BarretoBrazil men's national football team · 1986–1990
- Adalton Luis JuvenalSão Paulo FC · 2002–2004
- Adaílson Pereira CoelhoS.C. Corinthians Paulista · 2003–2005
- Adaílton dos Santos da SilvaClub Athletico Paranaense · 2011–2011
- Adelino da Silva Pereira CirqueiraSão Paulo FC · 2014
- Ademar Miranda JúniorBrazil men's national football team
Ademilson Braga Bispo JuniorSão Paulo FC · 2012
Ademir da GuiaBrazil men's national football team · 1965–1974
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Jádson Rodrigues da Silva, commonly known as Jádson, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as an attacking midfielder.
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