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Brazil Cafu, a Brazilian former professional footballer, is recognized for his significant contributions to international and club football, particularly his energetic right-back play and leadership as a two-time World Cup winner. He continues to engage with football and various partnerships post-retirement.
Superbet announced Cafu as a new brand ambassador, launching a prime-time campaign. He became the face of the sports betting platform.
Cafu has partnered with brands such as Gatorade as part of his endorsement portfolio.
Sendwave partnered with Cafu, capturing his energy behind the scenes of their collaboration.
Rivalo, a Brazilian sports betting site, signed Cafu as a brand ambassador in Brazil. Their partnership was later renewed.
Cafu participated in a Gillette promotion with Brazil.
Marcos Evangelista de Morais, widely known as Cafu, was born on June 7, 1970, in Jardim Irene, São Paulo, Brazil. His early career began in youth squads, where he faced rejection from several prominent clubs before joining São Paulo FC’s youth team in 1988. It was during his time at São Paulo that he transitioned from right midfield to wingback under coach Telê Santana, a move that would define his legendary career. He quickly established himself, contributing to São Paulo’s back-to-back Copa Libertadores and Intercontinental Cup victories in 1992 and 1993. In 1994, his exceptional performance was recognized when he was named the South American Footballer of the Year.
Cafu’s professional journey also included a brief spell with Real Zaragoza in Spain in the 1994–95 season, where he won the Cup Winners’ Cup. He then returned to Brazil to play for Juventude and Palmeiras before moving to Italy. In 1997, he joined AS Roma, where he earned the nickname “Il Pendolino” for his swift and persistent runs along the right flank. At Roma, he secured the Serie A title in the 2000–01 season. His career in Italy continued with AC Milan from 2003 to 2008, adding another Serie A title in 2003–04, and a much-coveted UEFA Champions League title in the 2006–07 season, following a previous final appearance in 2005. He concluded his club career as a FIFA Club World Cup winner with AC Milan in 2007.
Internationally, Cafu is Brazil’s most-capped player with 142 appearances. He participated in four FIFA World Cups between 1994 and 2006, notably appearing in three consecutive World Cup finals. He lifted the World Cup trophy as captain in 2002, having also been part of the winning squad in 1994. His international achievements also include two Copa América titles in 1997 and 1999, and a FIFA Confederations Cup win in 1997. Following his retirement from professional football, Cafu has remained involved in the sport and established a foundation. He was inducted into the AS Roma and AC Milan Halls of Fame and recognized in Pelé’s FIFA 100 list of the world’s greatest living players, further solidifying his legacy as one of football’s all-time great defenders.
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