Fabinho (footballer, born 1980)

Fábio Alves Félix, known as Fabinho, was born on January 10, 1980, in Brazil. He is a former professional football player who made his mark primarily as a defensive midfielder. Throughout his career, Fabinho showcased his skills at several prominent clubs in Brazil, including Corinthians, Santos, Cruzeiro, and Bahia, where he earned numerous state and national accolades, particularly during his two tenures at Corinthians.

In addition to his domestic success, Fabinho also ventured abroad, playing briefly in Japan for Cerezo Osaka and Yokohama FC, as well as in France with Toulouse. His time in Toulouse was particularly notable, as he played a key role in helping the team secure a third-place finish in the Ligue 1, which led to UEFA Champions League qualification for the 2006-07 season.

Transitioning from player to coach, Fabinho began his coaching career as an assistant at Corinthians in 2017. He took on managerial roles at São Caetano in 2020 and served as the interim manager of Inter de Lameira in 2023, demonstrating his commitment to the sport beyond his playing days.