Francisco das Chagas Soares dos Santos, widely known as Tiquinho Soares, is a talented Brazilian professional footballer born on January 17, 1991. Currently, he showcases his skills as a striker for Mirassol, where he is on loan from Santos. Tiquinho's journey in football began in the lower leagues of Brazil, where he honed his craft before making a significant move to Europe.
At the age of twenty-three, Tiquinho relocated to Portugal, where he made a name for himself in the Primeira Liga. Over the course of his career in Portugal, he played a total of one hundred fifty-five matches for clubs such as Nacional, Vitória de Guimarães, and Porto. His impressive performance on the field saw him netting sixty-four goals and contributing to his team's success by winning two league titles with Porto.
In 2022, Tiquinho added another accolade to his career by winning the Super League Greece with Olympiacos. Following this achievement, he returned to Brazil, joining Botafogo in Série A, where he continued to demonstrate his striking prowess. Tiquinho's career reflects his dedication and passion for the sport, making him a notable figure in both Brazilian and international football.