Lucio
Lucio: a given name and surname with Italian and Spanish origins.
Lucio is an Italian and Spanish male given name derived from the Latin name Lucius. In Portuguese, the given name is accented Lúcio. Lucio is also an Italian surname.
Quick Facts
- Role
- Centre-Back; Leader
- Nationality
- Brazilian
- Position
- Defender
- Status
- Retired; Legend
Lore & Background
Several notable individuals with the given name Lucio or Lúcio, including Lúcio (Lucimar Ferreira da Silva) (born 1978), a Brazilian footballer.
Reader's Guide
The source provides a list of people with the given name Lucio or Lúcio, and a list of people with the surname Lucio or its variants. It also lists fictional characters named Lucio or Lúcio.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Lucio during his time at Bayer Leverkusen?
Luizão Ferreira da Cunha served as the Brazilian captain and defensive leader who anchored the team in the early 2000s.
What position did he play on the field?
He operated as a centre-back known for his aggression and ability to build a strong defensive spine.
How did Lucio influence the club's atmosphere?
His charisma and energy fired up the Westfalenstadion crowd while supporting coach Klaus Toppmöller's tactical vision.
Did he win trophies during his tenure?
His time here focused on fighting for major titles rather than securing them, establishing a foundation of power and flair.
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