Nelinho: profile
Nelinho (born 18 May 1971 in Portuguese Mozambique, Portuguese Empire) is a former Mozambican footballer who played as a midfielder.
Nelinho started out at C.D. Costa do Sol in 1998. He played for 3 clubs between 1998 and 2010.
At international level, Nelinho represented Mozambique (1998–2010), earning 33 caps and scoring 0 goals.
Nationality explained: Why does Nelinho play for Mozambique?
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 1998 (aged about 27)
- Club career
- 1998–2010 (13 seasons)
- Latest move
- Grupo Desportivo de Maputo (2005)
- Shares a birthday with
- Mahamadou Diarra, Brian Idowu and Adama Tamboura (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–2002 |  C.D. Costa do Sol |
Moçambola | – | – |
| 2004 | Clube Ferroviário de Maputo |
Moçambola | – | – |
| 2005–2010 | Grupo Desportivo de Maputo |
Moçambola | – | – |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998–2010 | Mozambique |
Senior | 33 | 0 |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Nelinho?
Nelinho was born on 18 May 1971, which makes him 55 years old.
Where was Nelinho born?
Nelinho was born in Portuguese Mozambique, Portuguese Empire.
Which national team does Nelinho play for?
Nelinho played international football for Mozambique. He has 33 caps and 0 goals on record.
Which clubs has Nelinho played for?
Nelinho's recorded clubs are C.D. Costa do Sol, Clube Ferroviário de Maputo and Grupo Desportivo de Maputo.
What position does Nelinho play?
Nelinho played as a midfielder.