MAYCON became the latest Brazilian to join the A-League when he signed with Melbourne Heart yesterday. Every club except Central Coast Mariners and Perth Glory currently has at least one Brazilian on their books and there's been a long list of Samba stars in the A-League over the years. Now au.fourfourtwo.com presents its list of the top 10 Brazilians to play in the competition so far.
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Fernando Rech (Adelaide United)
Fernando Rech must be one of the best Brazilians to ever grace the Australian top flight after several years in the National Soccer League with Brisbane Strikers, where he won the 2002 Johnny Warren Medal, and Parramatta Power. The Brazilian then spent two seasons at Adelaide United once the A-League was founded before retiring.
The attacking midfielder may have been into his thirties when he joined the Reds but he still played a key role scoring seven goals as the side won the 2005-06 premiership. He also contributed six goals as the Reds finished runners-up in 2006-07. The Brazilian had flair, but he was also a terrific finisher, with a vicious shot on him. He was a humble lad too and a fine example for other players.
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