Rafael Marques

Early career

Born in Araraquara, São Paulo, Rafael Marques started his senior career with hometown side Ferroviária. He later played for Campinas FC, before joining Série A side Ponte Preta; initially a member of the under-20 team, he made his debut and scored his first goal for the club on 8 October in a 2–2 home draw against Atlético Paranaense. In 2004 Rafael Marques signed for Palmeiras, but acted mainly as a backup to León Muñoz and Vágner Love during his spell. He subsequently represented Inter de Limeira, which he left on 18 April 2005. Two days later, he joined Marília.

Turkey

In 2005 Rafael Marques moved abroad for the first time in his career, signing with Samsunspor. He made his Süper Lig debut on 11 September in a 1–1 home draw against Manisaspor, and scored his first goal late in the month in a 2–1 home loss against Galatasaray. In August 2006, after his team's relegation, Rafael Marques agreed to a contract with Manisaspor, suffering the same fate in his second season. During the 2008–09 campaign, he contributed with twelve goals as his side was crowned champions and returned to the first division at first attempt.

Omiya Ardija

In August 2009, Rafael Marques was announced at Omiya Ardija. He scored regularly for the side during his spell, including a ten-goal mark during the 2011 season; highlights included a brace in a 3–1 away defeat of Kashiwa Reysol on 25 September 2011.

Botafogo and Henan Jianye

On 10 July 2012,…

Immediately after retiring, Rafael Marques became an assistant coach at his last club Primavera. In March 2024, he became an interim head coach after Roger Silva left the club. Back to the assistant role after the arrival of Fernando Marchiori, Rafael Marques was appointed as permanent head coach of Primavera on 2 December 2025, shortly after Marchiori's departure.

Manisaspor

TFF First League: 2008–09 Botafogo

Campeonato Carioca: 2013 Palmeiras

Copa do Brasil: 2015 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A: 2016