Fábio Lima (footballer, born 1993)
Fábio Virginio de Lima is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for UAE Pro League club Al Wasl. Born in Brazil, he represents the United Arab Emirates at international level.
Club career
Lima was signed by 2nd tier club Atlético Goianiense in 2012 after having a shorter span with Icasa. In 2013, he was loaned out to Serie A club Vasco da Gama making a single appearance.On 21 July 2014, Lima joined UAE Football League side Al Wasl on a two-year loan after being recommended by manager Jorginho.
International career
In February 2020, Lima obtained Emirati citizenship. On 12 October 2020, he made his international debut for the United Arab Emirates in a friendly match against Uzbekistan.On 4 January 2024, Lima was named in the UAE's squad for the 2023 AFC Asian Cup. Later that year, on 19 November, he netted four goals in a 5–0 victory over Qatar during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification.
Career statistics
International
| No. | Date | Venue | Opponent | Score | Result | Competition | |
| 1 | Zabeel Stadium, Dubai, United Arab Emirates | 5–0 | 6–0 | Friendly | |||
| 2 | Zabeel Stadium, Dubai, United Arab Emirates | 2–0 | 4–0 | 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification | |||
| 3 | Zabeel Stadium, Dubai, United Arab Emirates | 4–0 | 4–0 | 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification | |||
| 4 | Zabeel Stadium, Dubai, United Arab Emirates | 2–0 | 3–1 | 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification | |||
| 5 | Zabeel Stadium, Dubai, United Arab Emirates | 2–0 | 5–0 | 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification | |||
| 6 | Zabeel Stadium, Dubai, United Arab Emirates | 4–0 | 5–0 | 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification | |||
| 7 | Al Nahyan Stadium, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | 1–0 | 2–1 | Friendly | |||
| 8 | Al Nahyan Stadium, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | 2–1 | 2–1 | Friendly | |||
| 9 | Al-Minaa Olympic Stadium, Basra, Iraq | 1–0 | 1–1 | 25th Arabian Gulf Cup | |||
| 10 | Al Maktoum Stadium, Dubai, United Arab Emirates | 4–0 | 4–0 | 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification | |||
| 11 | Prince Saud bin Jalawi Sports City, Khobar, Saudi Arabia | 1–0 | 3–0 | 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification | |||
| 12 | Prince Saud bin Jalawi Sports City, Khobar, Saudi Arabia | 2–0 | 3–0 | 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification | |||
| 13 | Al Nahyan Stadium, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | 1–0 | 5–0 | 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification | |||
| 14 | Al Nahyan Stadium, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | 2–0 | 5–0 | 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification | |||
| 15 | Al Nahyan Stadium, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | 3–0 | 5–0 | 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification | |||
| 16 | Al Nahyan Stadium, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | 4–0 | 5–0 | 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification | |||
| 17 | Prince Faisal bin Fahd Sports City Stadium, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | 1–0 | 2–1 | 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification |