Speaking on the Corinthians great, Luiz said "I learned a lot watching clips of Juninho Pernambucano and Marcelinho Carioca – how they made the ball move and go in different directions, and how they make ball move quickly up and down." #DesimpedidosnoFOXSports /sjmhpUfpNr- FOX Sports Brasil (de ?) October 8, 2016Īrsenal ace David Luiz is just one among the generation of aspiring free-kick specialists inspired by Carioca. VOXÊ É MULEKE! Marcelinho Carioca conta detalhes do episódio envolvendo ele e o técnico Vanderlei Luxemburgo.
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Carioca scored a total of 59 goals from direct free-kicks in his illustrious domestic career. He was also an incredibly gifted free-kick taker, so much so that he earned the nickname 'Pe-de-Anjo' which roughly translates to 'Angel Foot'. Carioca scored a stunning 206 goals for the club in 420 appearances. The 49-year-old remains the most decorated player to have ever represented Corinthians, having amassed more trophies than anyone else in the club's history. Although he only won three caps for his country, Carioca went on to become one of the greatest-ever players in the Brazilian league.
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#10 Marcelinho Carioca | Brazil | 59 goals Marcelinho Carioca (left) is Corinthians' greatest-ever playerĪnother famed Brazilian on this list, Marcelinho Carioca was a creative midfielder who spent the entirety of his playing career in his homeland. Here, we take a look at the ten best free-kick takers of all time based on the number of goals scored from direct free-kicks. While there have been many such artists from dead-ball situations in the past, some players stand out and are synonymous with free-kick techniques and achievements using their unique skill.