Leonardo Rodriguez Pereira’s biography, net worth, fact, career, awards and life story

Leonardo Rodrigues Pereira or simply Leonardo (born September 22, 1986 in Vila Velha, Brazil) is a Brazilian footballer who plays for Al Jazira in the UAE Arabian Gulf League. Leonardo usually plays as an attacking midfielder but can also play as a winger and a side midfielder.

AEK Athens F.C.

On July 30, 2009, Leonardo signed a five-year contract with AEK Athens. On August 20, Leonardo made his official debut for AEK, in the game versus Vaslui in the Europa League. Leonardo made his league debut in the 1–0 away win over Atromitos on August 30. He scored his first goal for AEK on 6 December, against Panionios.

In the Greek playoffs home 4–2 win against Aris Thessaloniki F.C., Leonardo came in as a substitute in the 51st minute and scored twice. AEK’s next fixture was facing Aris again, held in Kleanthis Vikelidis Stadium. The score was 1–0 against AEK, and Leonardo (who had also come in as a substitute that match) made the score 1–1 and equalized in injury time, giving AEK an invaluable point. In the 2011/12 season, he played in 26 matches scoring 9 goals, and was the club top scorer in the league.

Personal life

Leonardo is married to Kamilla Fiorese Da Silva , and the couple has two daughter. Leonardo who came to Greece at the age of 18 speaks fluent Greek.

Statistics

Last updated May 19, 2015

Honors

AEK Athens

• Greek Cup: 1

2010–11

Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors

• K League Classic: 2

2014, 2015

• AFC Champions League: 1

2016