Brazilian · Itaquaquecetuba, Brazil · Born 7 June 1970Brazilian football right-back widely regarded as one of the greatest full-backs in history, known for his attacking prowess and World Cup success.
Marcos Evangelista de Morais — Cafu — was born in São Paulo, Brazil in 1970. He grew up in extreme poverty in the Jardim Irene favela. He won the World Cup with Brazil in 1994 and 2002 — appearing in three consecutive World Cup Finals (1994, 1998, 2002) — the only player in history to achieve this. He represented Brazil 142 times — the most in the nation's history at his retirement. He won the Champions League with AC Milan in 2007. His combination of attacking pace — his overlapping runs from right-back were among the most dangerous individual attacking movements in world football — with defensive organisation and leadership made him the ideal right-back for the most successful Brazilian team of the modern era. His charity work in São Paulo's favelas and his regular return to the community where he grew up made him one of football's most celebrated ambassadors for social mobility.
Legendary attacking right-back, only player to appear in three consecutive World Cup finals
How They Played
Attacking right-back with exceptional pace, stamina, and crossing ability
Lasting Impact
Considered one of the greatest full-backs in football history
Career Honours
- World Cup 2x (1994,2002)
- Champions League (2007)
- Copa América 2x
- Serie A 3x
- La Liga
| Club | Period | Apps | Goals | Shirt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| São Paulo | 1989–1997 | 237 | 12 | #2 |
| Roma | 1997–2003 | 173 | 6 | — |
| AC Milan | 2003–2008 | 139 | 2 | #2 |
 Brazil | — | 142 | 5 | — |
Brazilian Athletes