Alberto_Ney_Costa_de_Jesús

Ney Costa

Ney Costa

Brazilian association footballer

Alberto Ney Costa de Jesús (born 20 November 1980) is a Brazilian former footballer who last played as a striker for Deportes Savio.

Early life

Costa was born in 1980 in Brazil to a state official mother and a policer officer father and has a sister and two brothers.[1]

Career

Costa was regarded as one of the most prolific strikers in Honduras.[2] In 2007, he signed for Honduran sideDeportes Savio, where he as regarded as an important player for the club.[3] In 2012, he signed for Honduran side Vida, where he was regarded as unable to establish himself in the club and receive consistent playing time.[4]

Style of play

Costa mainly operated as a striker and was known for his chubby appearance during games.[5]

Post-playing career

After retiring from professional football, Costa worked in the coffee industry.[6]

Personal life

Costa was married and had twin children who died at an early age.[7] He can speak Spanish and Portuguese.[8]

References

  1. [1]
    "Ney Costa: 'La hondureña es cariñosa y de calidad'". diez.hn.
  2. [2]
    "Proceso Digital article".
  3. [3]
    "¿Qué le preguntarías a Ney Costa?". diez.hn.
  4. [4]
    "Ney Costa: 'Esperaré mi oportunidad"". laprensa.hn.
  5. [5]
    "Ney: 'Quien se duerma, será el que descienda"". laprensa.hn.
  6. [6]
    "Ney Costa: «mi peso era una ventaja para quitarme los defensas»". tiempo.hn.
  7. [7]
    "Ney Costa cultiva entre cafetales el amor por la pelota". diez.hn.
  8. [8]
    "Ney Costa: 'No me molesta que me digan gordo'". diez.hn.
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