Our lists are pumping! Today, we’re going to explore a curious topic for soccer enthusiasts. We’ve put together the best Brazilian left-backs, both those currently playing here and those who have ventured to other countries.
We’ll give you some figures and a little background on each one. At the end, we’ll also have a list of the most valued Brazilian left-backs today!
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Throughout the history of soccer, we have seen great icons occupying the position of left-back, from classic players with a defensive profile to those who stood out more for their attacking talent. To become one of the best Brazilian left-backs, like Roberto Carlos and Nilton Santos, it’s not enough to do the basics;
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How do you know who the best Brazilian left-backs are today?
We’re going to use the SofaScore platform, which compiles data and information on every active player on the planet, as the basis for our analysis of today’s best Brazilian left-backs.
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The best Brazilian left-backs today
For this article, we’re going to take into account a general overview of the players’ performance in the Brasileirão 2023 and the state championships that are reaching their final stages;
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- Juninho Capixaba from RB Bragantino
In first place on the list of the best Brazilian left-backs is Juninho Capixaba. With a score of 7.29, the full-back started 33 of the 38 matches in the 2023 Campeonato Brasileiro, scoring 2 goals and providing 1 assist.
| Age | Height | Strong points |
| 26 years old | 1,76 cm | Consistency |
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- Caio Henrique from Monaco (France)
In second place among the best Brazilian left-backs, you’re in, Caio Henrique! With a score of 7.28, the full-back has started 6 matches in Ligue 23/24 so far, providing 4 assists.
| Age | Height | Strong points |
| 26 years old | 1,78 cm | Pass |
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- Wendell from Porto (Portugal)
Taking the bronze medal in the list of the best Brazilian left-backs is Wendell. With a score of 7.21, the full-back has started 18 matches in the 23/24 Portuguese Championship so far, scoring 4 goals and providing 2 assists.
| Age | Height | Strong points |
| 30 years | 1,76 cm | Pass |
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- Alex Telles from Al-Nassr (Saudi Arabia)
The fourth-placed Brazilian left-back is Alex Telles. With a score of 7.16, the full-back started 20 matches in the 2023 Arab League, scoring 2 goals and providing 3 assists.
| Age | Height | Strong points |
| 31 years old | 1,81 cm | Pass Direct free-kicks |
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- Ismaily from Lille (France)
Ismaily comes fifth in the ranking of the best Brazilian left-backs. With a Rating of 7.00, the full-back has started 22 matches in Ligue 23/24 so far, providing 1 assist.
| Age | Height | Strong points |
| 34 years old | 1,77 cm | Pass |
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- Guilherme Arana from Atlético-MG
Sixth on our list of the best Brazilian left-backs is star player Guilherme Arana. Also with a score of 7.00, the full-back started 27 of the 38 matches in the 2023 Campeonato Brasileiro, scoring 2 goals and creating 2 clear chances.
| Age | Height | Strong points |
| 26 years old | 1,76 cm | Pass Play creation |
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- Renan Lodi from Al-Hilal (Saudi Arabia)
Renan Lodi is our seventh player among the best current Brazilian left-backs. With a rating of 6.93, the full-back started 14 matches in Ligue 23/24 before being transferred to Arab soccer.
| Age | Height | Strong points |
| 26 years old | 1,73 cm | Passe |
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- Alex Sandro from Juventus (Italy)
Alex Sandro is the eighth player among the best Brazilian left-backs. With a score of 6.92, the full-back has started 7 matches in the 23/24 Serie A season so far, hitting 87% of his passes.
| Age | Height | Strong points |
| 34 years old | 1,77 cm | Pass |
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- Ayrton Lucas from Flamengo
In second-to-last place on the list of the best Brazilian left-backs is Ayrton Lucas. With a score of 6.91, the full-back was a starter in 29 of the 38 matches in the 2023 Campeonato Brasileiro, scoring 4 goals and providing 3 assists;
| Age | Height | Strong points |
| 26 years old | 1,80 cm | Pass |
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- Lucas Piton from Vasco
Tenth, but no less important, on the list of the best Brazilian left-backs is Lucas Piton. With a score of 6.86, the full-back started 37 of the 38 matches in the 2023 Campeonato Brasileiro, providing 4 assists. The 23-year-old has already been approached by some teams in European soccer.
| Age | Height | Strong points |
| 23 years old | 1,76 cm | Pass Play creation |
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List of the best Brazilian left-backs:
- Juninho Capixaba
- Caio Henrique
- Wendell
- Alex Telles
- Ismaily
- Guilherme Arana
- Renan Lodi
- Alex Sandro
- Ayrton Lucas
- Lucas Piton
Best Brazilian left-backs: the most expensive on the market
And when it comes to valuation*, what’s the list of the best Brazilian left-backs? We’ve delved into the football market to bring you more information! Take a look:
- Renan Lodi – R$119.4 million
- Caio Henrique – R$ 103.7 million
- Guilherme Arana – R$ 57.5 million
- Ayrton Lucas – R$ 40.7 million
- Alex Telles – R$ 36.3 million
- Lucas Piton – R$ 35.8 million
- Wendell – R$ 29.3 million
- Juninho Capixaba – R$15.2 million
- Ismaily – R$ 11.4 million
- Alex Sandro – R$ 11.4 million
*The values are approximate, depending on the Euro exchange rate.
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