Michel Costa da Silva (born 20 December 2001) is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Primeira Liga club Estoril.
Personal information | |||
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Full name | Michel Costa da Silva | ||
Date of birth | December 20, 2001 | ||
Place of birth | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | ||
Height | 1.65 m (5 ft 5 in) | ||
Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
Team information | |||
Current team | Estoril | ||
Number | 48 | ||
Youth career | |||
2013–2020 | Botafogo | ||
Senior career* | |||
Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
2020–2022 | New England Revolution II | 45 | (2) |
2023– | Estoril | 3 | (0) |
*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 21:21, 31 January 2024 (UTC) |
Maciel spent eight years with the Botafogo academy. He appeared in 42 games and scored 2 goals for Botafogo's under-20 side.[1]
On 8 December 2020, Michel joined USL League One side New England Revolution II ahead of their 2021 season.[2] He made his professional debut on 17 April 2021, appearing as a 68th-minute substitute during a 3–0 loss to Richmond Kickers.[3]
On 31 January 2023, Michel signed for Portuguese Primeira Liga side Estoril, initially joining the club's U23s.[4] About one year later, he started breaking into the first team.[5]