Fernando Marçal Oliveira
Botafogo - RJ/D/
BrazilPlayer Info
Fernando Marçal is a seasoned Brazilian left-back, bringing defensive grit and experience to Botafogo RJ in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A. The 37-year-old defender has enjoyed a well-traveled career that includes a significant chapter in European football, most notably with English Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers. Marçal's career is built on a foundation of solid defensive fundamentals, tenacious tackling, and reliable delivery from wide areas. After starting in Brazil, his move to Europe saw him play in France, Turkey, and England, where he was part of Wolves' squad during their successful period in the top flight. His honors include domestic trophies in Turkey and memorable campaigns in England. Now back in his homeland with Botafogo, he provides invaluable leadership and know-how to a defensive unit. Marçal is respected as a tough, no-nonsense defender whose experience at the highest levels is a major asset for any team.
Overview
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Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2025/03/25
Free player
Botafogo - RJSigned
2024/12/31
Botafogo - RJFree playerTerminated
2022/07/17
Wolverhampton WanderersBotafogo - RJSigned
2020/08/31
LyonWolverhampton Wanderers2000000€
Transfer
2017/06/30
BenficaLyon4500000€
Transfer
2017/06/29
GuingampBenficaLoan Ended
Matches
Competition
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Round
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Statistics
Botafogo - RJ Brazilian Cup2025
Matches
Games Played
2
Games Started
0
Minutes Per Game
18
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
0
Accurate Passes Per Game
21
Key Passes Per Game
0
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
1
Accurate Crosses Per Game
1
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
2
Interceptions Per Game
0
Clearances Per Game
0
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
1
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
2
Be Fouled Per Game
2