Cléber Santana

Cléber Santana, born on June twenty-seventh, nineteen eighty-one, was a talented Brazilian professional footballer renowned for his role as a central midfielder. His career was marked by significant achievements, including winning state championships with prominent clubs such as Sport, Vitória, Santos, and Avaí.

In addition to his success in Brazil, Santana ventured abroad, showcasing his skills with Kashiwa Reysol in Japan, as well as Atlético Madrid and Mallorca in Spain. His international experience enriched his playing style and contributed to his reputation as a versatile midfielder.

Tragically, Santana's life was cut short when he served as the captain of the Chapecoense team aboard LaMia Flight two thousand nine hundred thirty-three. The flight crashed, resulting in the loss of his life and seventy others, marking a somber moment in the world of football.