Leonel Bolsonello (born 2 August 1966) is a Brazilian former footballer.

Leonel Bolsonello
Personal information
Date of birth (1966-08-04) August 4, 1966 (age 58)
Place of birth Brazil
Position(s) Striker
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
0000–1987 Matsubara
1988–1990 Passo Fundo
1991–1992 Fluminense FC
1992–1994 Pumas
1994–1995 Veracruz
1995–1996 FAS
1996 Toluca
1997 Zacatepec
1997–1999 Venados
1999 Toronto Lynx
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Career

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Bolsonello started his career with Brazilian side Matsubara. In 1988, he signed for Brazilian side Passo Fundo. In 1991, he signed for Brazilian side Fluminense FC. In 1992, he signed for Mexican side Pumas. He was initially regarded as a fan favorite.[1] He scored eighteen goals in his first season while playing for the club.[2] In 1994, he signed for Mexican side Veracruz. In 1995, he signed for Salvadoran side FAS. In 1996, he signed for Mexican side Toluca. In 1997, he signed for Mexican side Zacatepec. In 1999, he signed for Canadian side Toronto Lynx.[citation needed]

Style of play

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Bolsonello mainly operated as a striker. He was known for his shooting power.[3]

Personal life

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After retiring from professional football, Bolsonello lived in Mexico City, Mexico and Passo Fundo, Brazil. He worked as a player agent.[4]

References

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  1. ^ "¿Qué fue de Leonel Bolsonello, ex de Pumas que fue amarrado y asaltado?". lasillarota.com. 5 March 2024.
  2. ^ "El día que confundieron a 'Tiba', jugador brasileño de Pumas en los noventa, con un ladrón". bolavip.com. 4 May 2020.
  3. ^ "Glorias Pasadas: ¿Qué fue de Leonel Bolsonello?". Glorias Pasadas.
  4. ^ "Pela frente do Brasil, o México". Diario da Manha (Archived).