Leivinha


João Leiva Campos Filho, usually called Leivinha, is a Brazilian former footballer who played as a striker or as a winger.

Club career

A talented, flamboyant and mercurial player, at club level, Leivinha played for Portuguesa de Desportos|Portuguesa], Palmeiras, and Atlético de Madrid, winning national championships in both Brazil and Spain, as well as the UEFA and Intercontinental Cups.

International career

Leivinha achieved 21 international caps for Brazil, from June 1972 until June 1974, scoring seven goals. He appeared in 4 games, with the Brazil [national football team] at the 1974 [FIFA World Cup].

Personal life

Leivinha is the uncle of former Gremio and Liverpool midfielder Lucas Leiva.

Honours

Palmeiras
Atletico Madrid
Brazil