Goal efficiency
How clinical and direct the player was in front of goal — volume, accuracy, and conversion.
Frei Paulistano · Piauiense · Midfielder · #0 · Brazil · 36 yrs
Rodrigo plays as a midfielder for Frei Paulistano. Rodrigo is a Brazilian international, 36 years old, midfielder, currently at Frei Paulistano. Rodrigo was born in Aracaju, Brazil on 1989-10-30. Rodrigo is 186 cm cm tall and weighs 84 kg kg. Rodrigo's Sportra profile tracks season statistics across Piauiense, Sergipano - 2, Copa Do Brasil, Sergipano, and other leagues. Rodrigo's page brings together career clubs, trophies, injury history, multi-competition stats, and related news headlines. On Sportra you can explore Rodrigo season statistics, transfer history, trophies, injury updates, and related news across every competition tracked in the profile.
| Date | Type | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-01-01 | Free |  São Raimundo AM |  Frei Paulistano |
| 2022-02-01 | N/A |  Parnahyba PAR | São Raimundo AM |
| 2022-01-01 | Free |  Fast Clube-Am | Parnahyba PAR |
Season intelligence
Profile as Midfielder: balanced output without a single dominant trait. Archetype: Balanced contributor.
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Per-90 rates, efficiency ratios, and Sportra indices from season totals.
How clinical and direct the player was in front of goal — volume, accuracy, and conversion.
Playmaking output: assists, key passes, and custom chance-creation signals.
Minutes, availability, and how central they were to the team.
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With the MLS game against the Columbus Crew and with the Leagues Cup debut on the horizon, Lionel Messi and German Berterame returned to Inter Miami's training ground. Lionel Messi has officially returned to South Florida, rejoining Inter Miami ahead of a crucial late-summer stretch in the 2026 season. Coupled with the return of forward German Berterame, the Herons are bolstering their lineup as they prepare for a high-stakes MLS fixture against the Columbus Crew and the upcoming kickoff of the Leagues Cup. Following his campaign with Argentina at the 2026 World Cup, Messi traveled back to his hometown of Rosario to spend extended downtime with his family. During his stay in Argentina, local news outlet TN reported that the superstar visited his father, Jorge Messi, and made a public appearance at a match for Leones FC, a local club presided over by his brother, Matias. After spending a week recharging back home, Messi was spotted at the airport with his family Tuesday night, greeting fans before boarding his flight, as captured in video footage published by ESPN. The Argentine icon landed back on American soil Wednesday and immediately reported to Inter Miami‘s training facility, as confirmed by photos shared across the club’s social media accounts. Having been granted extended rest by MLS following his World Cup run, Messi was excused from participating in Wednesday night’s MLS vs. Liga MX All-Star Game in Charlotte. As a result, rookie midfielder Yannick Bright stood as Inter Miami’s sole representative at the midsummer exhibition showcase. The arrivals hit different today 👋💗 pic.twitter.com/RofdUJE2kf— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) July 29, 2026 Roster reinforcements arrive in South Florida Beyond Messi’s arrival, Inter Miami received a major boost with the return of both German Berterame and goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair. The news comes as a massive relief for the club; Berterame received medical clearance after a frightening head collision in his previous match, while St. Clair rejoined the squad following his World Cup stint with the Canadian national team. The return of the trio comes at a critical juncture for an Inter Miami squad currently battling a depth crisis due to an injury bug that has sidelined David Ayala, Tadeo Allende, Gonzalo Lujan, and Maxi Falcon. Meanwhile, status updates remain pending for Messi’s Argentine teammate Rodrigo De Paul, who has yet to rejoin the club following the World Cup final. Will Lionel Messi play against the Columbus Crew? Despite reporting back to the facility Wednesday, it remains unlikely that Messi will take the pitch Saturday, August 1, against the Columbus Crew. With Messi having not played a competitive match since July 19 and lacking recent training reps, the Herons’ medical staff is unlikely to rush the 39-year-old superstar back into action. However, the outlook for Inter Miami’s Leagues Cup opener appears far more promising. The Herons are set to host Mexican side Atletico San Luis on Wednesday, August 5, at Nu Stadium, where a full week of training sessions should position Messi to return to the starting XI and anchor Inter Miami’s attack.
Uruguay manager Marcelo Bielsa revealed the tactical reasons behind his decision to leave veteran striker Luis Suarez off the 2026 World Cup roster. Following a turbulent period where Luis Suarez publicly criticized Marcelo Bielsa’s managerial methods—alleging mistreatment of players and staff during the 2024 Copa America—the veteran forward unexpectedly offered his services to the manager for the upcoming 2026 World Cup. The Inter Miami striker expressed his willingness to reverse the international retirement he had announced in September 2024, following a World Cup qualifying match against Paraguay at the Estadio Centenario. However, Bielsa omitted Suarez from both the provisional roster and the final 26-man squad announced last Sunday. During a press conference, Bielsa addressed his decision to move forward without Suarez, who had previously noted that he had apologized to the staff members involved in the past dispute. “He communicated that he was willing to contribute by returning to the national team, which I always understood as a valuable and sincere statement,” Bielsa told reporters. Números confirmados para la Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026 🔢 pic.twitter.com/G6hWvzBGXR— Selección Uruguaya (@Uruguay) June 2, 2026 However, the Argentine manager emphasized that his roster choices are strictly dictated by what he believes is best for the team’s competitive future, opting to prioritize other options in the attack. “I have no personal issues with Suarez, but I chose to select Darwin Nuñez, Federico Viñas, and Rodrigo Aguirre,” Bielsa concluded. “These are decisions where I am guided by nothing other than what I consider best for the sporting success of the team”. Inside the conflict between Suarez and Bielsa Suarez’s international retirement on September 6, 2024, following a scoreless draw against Paraguay, was quickly overshadowed by a media storm that directly impacted Bielsa and several current national team players. Just one month after his emotional farewell match, the Inter Miami striker aired grievances regarding the manager’s behavioral conduct during the tournament in the United States, claiming that Bielsa’s harsh treatment extended to players and Uruguayan Football Association (AUF) staff alike. While a few squad members validated portions of Suarez’s account, Bielsa maintained the backing of key veteran leaders and the AUF executive board. Backed by strong results in the CONMEBOL qualifying standings, Bielsa successfully navigated the internal friction to secure Uruguay‘s ticket to the World Cup, where the Celeste will compete in Group H against Spain, Saudi Arabia, and Cape Verde. By missing out on the final roster, Suarez—who previously featured in South Africa 2010, Brazil 2014, Russia 2018, and Qatar 2022—loses his bid to join the elite group of players who have appeared in five different World Cup tournaments.
Concern has rapidly spread through the national team camp after fresh developments surrounding the Santos forward’s physical condition created uncertainty just days before the tournament begins. Carlo Ancelotti and Neymar were expected to reunite at the perfect moment ahead of Brazil’s latest World Cup campaign. Instead, concern has rapidly spread through the national team camp after fresh developments surrounding the Santos forward’s physical condition created uncertainty just days before the tournament begins. Brazil entered preparations hoping Neymar could finally make his long-awaited return to international soccer after missing significant time through injury. However, new reports suggest there may now be deeper worries behind the scenes regarding the true state of the 34-year-old’s fitness. What’s more, the timing could hardly be worse for Brazil. With warm-up matches approaching and the World Cup opener against Morocco drawing closer, Ancelotti and his medical staff are now carefully monitoring one of the biggest names in world soccer. Brazil national team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar confirmed that Neymar has suffered a Grade 2 calf injury, following MRI examinations conducted after the player reported discomfort and swelling in his right calf. The injury occurred while Neymar was playing for Santos during a 3-0 defeat against Coritiba. Medical assessments later revealed a partial tear in the muscle fibers, an issue that typically requires several weeks of rehabilitation and controlled recovery. Atenção!⚠️Rodrigo Lasmar, médico da Seleção Brasileira, confirma lesão de grau 2 na panturrilha de Neymar. O jogador está fora dos amistosos antes da Copa do Mundo.📽️@geglobo pic.twitter.com/9iaVxLq9fV— LIBERTA DEPRE (@liberta___depre) May 28, 2026 According to the medical timeline, the 34-year-old forward is expected to need between two and three weeks before returning to full activity. That recovery period has already ruled him out of Brazil’s friendly matches against Panama and Egypt and placed his participation in the June 13 World Cup opener against Morocco in major doubt. What did Neymar previously say about the injury fears? Despite the growing concern, Neymar himself has attempted to calm the situation publicly. When reporters questioned him about the injury and whether it could become an issue during the World Cup, the forward brushed aside the speculation. “What problem?” Neymar replied when asked if the calf issue could affect his tournament. On another occasion, while discussing the condition of his leg, Neymar added: “It’s right here, in one piece.” The comments reflected confidence from the player, but internally, the situation appears far more delicate. Neymar Jr. of Brazil celebrates after scoring the fifth goal of his team during a FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier. Brazil’s medical department reportedly continues to take a cautious approach because of Neymar’s recent injury history. Since suffering a serious ACL tear in October 2023 while on international duty, the forward has struggled to maintain long-term fitness continuity. Ancelotti’s staff growing increasingly concerned The biggest twist in the story emerged through reports from Globo, which claimed there is significant concern inside the Brazil camp over whether the full seriousness of Neymar’s injury had been disclosed from the beginning. According to the report, Carlo Ancelotti’s staff suspect that Santos may have hidden the true severity of Neymar’s injury by initially describing the issue as only a “small fluid build-up” in his calf. Neymar of Santos reacts during a match. The situation reportedly became more alarming after Neymar underwent an MRI scan and allegedly left the clinic looking emotional and visibly concerned. Globo also stated that confidentiality agreements were put in place between the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) and the medical facility involved in the examinations. The report further claimed Brazil officials fear the injury could be
Lionel Messi delivered a standout performance for Inter Miami against Toronto FC in Major League Soccer. Inter Miami needed a strong performance to move past the tough loss against Orlando City, and they got exactly that on Saturday in Canada during Matchday 12 of the Major League Soccer season. Lionel Messi scored one goal and provided two assists. During the first half, the Herons struggled to show their best form, wasting several chances while goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair made a number of key saves to keep the opposition off the scoreboard. In that context, a goal from Rodrigo De Paul allowed them to head into halftime with the lead. From that point on, it was the Messi show. In the second half, he first assisted Luis Suarez after taking advantage of an opposing player being down on the field, and minutes later he also set up Sergio Reguilon — who had just come on moments earlier — for the 3-0 lead. In the 75th minute, the Argentine forward finally got his chance to score when Rodrigo De Paul delivered a drilled cross from the right and found Leo inside the box. Messi had no trouble finishing clinically with his left foot to extend the lead to four goals. Messi strikes! 💥Leo becomes the fastest player in MLS history with 100 goal contributions. pic.twitter.com/PYEfsbWaxy— Major League Soccer (@MLS) May 9, 2026 Inter Miami relax again Last week, Inter Miami held a 3-0 lead over Orlando City in the first half, but they took their foot off the gas and allowed their rivals to complete a comeback and earn a historic victory at Nu Stadium. And on Saturday, something similar happened in Canada. After building a four-goal lead in the 75th minute, the Herons appeared to lower their intensity and allowed Toronto FC to get back into the match. Emilio Aristizabal first took advantage of a mistake by David Ayala to score, and minutes later he found the net again with a header. In the final minutes of the match, the hosts pushed to get even closer on the scoreboard and even created a few chances to do so. However, the goal difference and the little time remaining proved impossible to overcome, preventing them from repeating Orlando City’s feat. Messi reaches 100 MLS goal contributions In addition to playing a key role in Inter Miami’s victory, the goal and two assists allowed Lionel Messi to reach another milestone by becoming the fastest player to record 100 goal contributions in Major League Soccer history. One of one. 🐐 pic.twitter.com/GF7Y8P9o8t— Major League Soccer (@MLS) May 9, 2026 The Argentine forward needed only 64 matches to register 59 goals and 41 assists in MLS regular-season play. That places him well ahead of the player who previously held the top spot on the list: Sebastian Giovinco needed 95 matches to reach those numbers with Toronto FC.
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