Leandro Moura
Leandro is a Brazilian association football player known for his versatility as a forward and winger.
He last played for J1 League club FC Tokyo, showcasing his talent in international leagues.
Leandro began his professional career at Grêmio, where he made a significant impact shortly after his debut.
Biography
Early Life
Weverson Leandro Oliveira Moura, commonly known as Leandro, was born in Brasília, Distrito Federal, Brazil. He began his football journey at a young age, joining the youth setup of Gama before moving to Grêmio in May 2010, where he quickly made a name for himself.
Career
Leandro made his senior debut for Grêmio on February 20, 2011, scoring in a 5-0 victory against Ypiranga. He signed a five-year contract with the club shortly after turning 18 and made his Série A debut on May 22, 2011. His first top-flight goal came on August 3, 2011, in a match against Atlético Mineiro. In February 2013, he was loaned to Palmeiras, where he had a successful stint, scoring 13 goals in 30 appearances and helping the team secure promotion back to the top tier. He later played for Santos and Coritiba on loan before moving to the J1 League, where he played for FC Tokyo.
Leandro also had a notable international career, representing Brazil at various levels, including the under-20 team and the senior national team. He made his full international debut on April 6, 2013, scoring in a friendly against Bolivia. Throughout his career, he has achieved significant honors, including winning the Copa do Brasil with Palmeiras and the AFC Champions League with Kashima Antlers.
Legacy
Leandro's contributions to football have been recognized with individual accolades, including being named the J.League Cup MVP in 2020. His journey from a young talent in Brasília to a professional footballer showcases his dedication and skill in the sport, leaving a lasting impact on the teams he has played for and the fans who support him.
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Career & Clubs
Born in Brasília, Distrito Federal, Leandro joined Grêmio's youth setup in May 2010, after impressing with Gama. He was promoted to the main squad in January of the following year, he made his senior debut on 20 February 2011, coming on as a late substitute for Fábio Rochemback and scoring the last in a 5–0 home routing of Ypiranga. Leandro signed a five-year deal with Tricolor immediately after his 18th birthday, and made his Série A debut on 22 May, starting in a 1–2 home loss against Corinthians. On 3 August he scored his first top flight goal, netting the first in a 2–2 draw against Atlético Mineiro also at the Estádio Olímpico Monumental. On 14 February 2013 Leandro signed a one-year loan deal with Palmeiras, along with Vilson and Léo Gago and with Hernán Barcos moving in the opposite way. He made his debut for the club seven days later, scoring the game's in a home success over União Barbarense. Leandro scored 13 league goals in 30 appearances, helping Verdão return to the main category at first attempt. On 10 January 2014, he signed a four-year permanent deal with the club, for a €5 million fee. On 3 August 2015 Leandro was loaned to Santos, until December. On 2 February 2016 Leandro was loaned to Coritiba. In 2017 Leandro was loaned to Kashima Antlers.
Leandro has represented Brazil in the 2011 Pan American Games, and also featured with the under-20s in 2013 South American Youth Football Championship. On 2 April 2013, Leandro was called up by Felipão for the main squad to play a friendly against Bolivia; he made his full international debut four days later, replacing Ronaldinho Gaúcho and scoring the last in a 4–0 away win.
Club
As of match played 30 March 2024
International
As of 6 April 2013
International goals
Scores and results list Brazil's goal tally first.
- National team
- Brazil
- Club
- Santos F.C. (2015–2015)
- Club
- Coritiba F.C. (2016–2016)
- Club
- Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras (2014–)
- Club
- Brazil national under-20 football team (2011–2011)
- Club
- Brazil national under-20 football team (2013–2013)
- Club
- Brazil men's national football team (2013–2013)
- Club
- Grêmio FBPA (2011–2013)
- Club
- Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras (2013–2013)
Legacy
Club
Palmeiras
Copa do Brasil: 2015 Campeonato Brasileiro Série B: 2013 Kashima Antlers
AFC Champions League: 2018 Japanese Super Cup: 2017 FC Tokyo
J.League Cup: 2020
International
Brazil U20 Toulon Tournament: 2014
Individual
J.League Cup MVP: 2020
Clubs
Played together with
Abel BragaBrazil men's national football team · 1978–1978- Abel VerônicoCoritiba F.C.
- Abel VerônicoSantos F.C.
- Abner Felipe Souza de AlmeidaBrazil national under-20 football team · 2014–2014
- Abner Felipe Souza de AlmeidaCoritiba F.C. · 2013–2014
- Acácio Cordeiro BarretoBrazil men's national football team · 1986–1990
- Adailton dos SantosSantos F.C. · 1998–1999
Adalberto RománSociedade Esportiva Palmeiras · 2012–2012- Adalto Batista da SilvaSociedade Esportiva Palmeiras · 2002–2004
- Adamar Francisco CaravettiSociedade Esportiva Palmeiras
- Adaílton José dos Santos FilhoBrazil national under-20 football team · 2003–2003
- Adaílton José dos Santos FilhoSantos F.C. · 2007–2009
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Identifiers & aliases
Weverson Leandro Oliveira Moura, more commonly known as Leandro, is a Brazilian footballer who last plays as a winger or a forward. He last played for J1 League club FC Tokyo.
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