Palmeiras HubLeivinha, a Palmeiras legend, has passed away on Thursday (4) at the age of 76. The former player scored 108 goals in 267 games for the club and was honored on social media.
Who was Leivinha?
Leivinha was a midfielder with quick touches and excellent finishing, as defined by Palmeiras in an official statement. He was part of the club's Second Academy and won six total titles, including two Paulista Championships.
Legacy at Palmeiras
Leivinha played for Palmeiras for five seasons, between 1971 and 1975, and scored 108 goals in 267 games. He also appears among the top five players to have scored the most goals for the club in Brazilian Championship games.
Reference in Spain
Leivinha also defended Atlético de Madrid for four years, between 1975 and 1979, and was part of a generation that helped consolidate the club among the protagonists of Spanish football.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Age | 76 years |
| Games for Palmeiras | 267 |
| Goals for Palmeiras | 108 |
Palmeiras, which currently leads Serie A with 26 points in 11 games, recently beat São Paulo 1-0 on March 22, 2026. The club's next game will be against Internacional on August 9, 2026.
