Messi (Brazilian footballer)


Jamerson Michel da Costa, better known as Messi, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper.

Career

The first professional goalkeeper for Palmeira de Goianinha, Messi was successful on social media due to his unusual nickname alongside other club players like Zig Zig and Pedro Pancada. During his career, he played for several clubs in Rio Grande do Norte, being part of the Globo squad that played in Campeonato Brasileiro Série D.

Personal life

In 2010, Messi became the first Brazilian professional player on record to come out as homosexual while still pursuing his career.

Honours

;Globo
;Palmeiras de Goianinha