Overview
Ricardo José Dognella Lima de Oliveira (born 6 May 1980) is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a striker. He is commonly known as Ricardo Oliveira and is noted for a long career that has included domestic Brazilian clubs, spells abroad and appearances with the Brazil national team. He currently plays for Coritiba Foot Ball Club and is widely regarded as an experienced centre-forward.professional footballer
Career path
Oliveira began his career in Brazilian domestic leagues before moving overseas. Over the course of his career he has played in top-level competitions in Europe and the Middle East as well as returning to Brazil on multiple occasions. His journey across different countries and competitions has given him a reputation as a well-travelled, adaptable striker able to adjust to varied tactical systems and levels of play.
Style of play and characteristics
As a forward, Oliveira is known for traditional centre-forward attributes: intelligent penalty-box movement, finishing ability with both feet and headers, and reliable composure in one-on-one situations. He combines positional awareness with the physicality to hold up play and create chances for teammates. These traits have helped him remain effective well into the later stages of his career.
International and later career
Ricardo Oliveira has been selected for the Brazil national team on multiple occasions and contributed in both friendly matches and competitive fixtures. In later years he has returned to Brazil, bringing experience and leadership to club squads and mentoring younger players while maintaining a role as a goal threat on the field.
Notable facts
- Full name: Ricardo José Dognella Lima de Oliveira; born 6 May 1980.
- Plays as a striker and is known for finishing and aerial ability.
- Career includes domestic Brazilian football, periods in Europe and the Middle East, and international appearances.
- Current club: Coritiba.