Overview

Romário de Souza Faria, commonly known as Romário, is a retired Brazilian footballer renowned for his goal-scoring prowess and impact on the game. Born on January 29, 1966, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Romário became one of the most prolific strikers in football history. He was a key player for the Brazil national team, leading them to victory in the 1994 FIFA World Cup, where he won the Golden Ball as the tournament’s best player.

Romário began his professional career with Vasco da Gama, where he established himself as a top forward. He later moved to Europe, playing for PSV Eindhoven, where he scored 128 goals in 147 appearances, and then joined FC Barcelona. At Barcelona, he was part of Johan Cruyff’s “Dream Team” and won the La Liga title in 1993-94, finishing as the league’s top scorer. He continued his career with various clubs, including Flamengo, Valencia, and several others, achieving notable success wherever he played.

Throughout his career, Romário scored over 700 official goals, making him one of the top goal-scorers in football history. His playing style was characterized by quick bursts of speed, exceptional dribbling, and a keen eye for goal. Beyond his club career, Romário won the Copa América with Brazil in 1989 and 1997 and the FIFA Confederations Cup in 1997.