Michel (footballer, born 2001)

Michel Costa da Silva (born 20 December 2001) is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Primeira Liga club Estoril.

Michel
Personal information
Full name Michel Costa da Silva
Date of birth (2001-12-20) December 20, 2001 (age 22)
Place of birth Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Height 1.65 m (5 ft 5 in)
Position(s) Midfielder
Team information
Current team
Estoril
Number 48
Youth career
2013–2020 Botafogo
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
2020–2022 New England Revolution II 45 (2)
2023– Estoril 15 (0)
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 13 June 2024

Career

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Youth

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Maciel spent eight years with the Botafogo academy. He appeared in 42 games and scored 2 goals for Botafogo's under-20 side.[1]

New England Revolution II

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On 8 December 2020, Michel joined USL League One side New England Revolution II ahead of their 2021 season.[2] He made his professional debut on 17 April 2021, appearing as a 68th-minute substitute during a 3–0 loss to Richmond Kickers.[3]

Estoril

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On 31 January 2023, Michel signed for Portuguese Primeira Liga side Estoril, initially joining the club's U23s.[4] About one year later, he started breaking into the first team.[5]

References

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  1. ^ "Michel | New England Revolution".
  2. ^ "Revolution II sign two players for 2021 season | New England Revolution".
  3. ^ "New England Revolution II vs. Richmond Kickers - April 17, 2021 | USLLeagueOne.com". www.uslleagueone.com.
  4. ^ Nye, Josh (31 January 2023). "Former Revolution II midfielder Michel Costa finds a new home". The Blazing Musket. Retrieved 31 January 2024.
  5. ^ "Estoril: Michel estreou-se na convocatória e está na 'rampa'" [Estoril: Michel made his debut on the 'call-up' and is on the 'ramp']. A Bola (in Portuguese). 18 December 2023. Retrieved 31 January 2024.
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