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Kaká - Brazilian association football player, born 1982

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Ricardo Izecson dos Santos Leite, commonly known as Kaká, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as an attacking midfielder. Born on 22 April 1982, Kaká is widely regarded as one of the greatest players of his generation and one of the greatest midfielders in the history of the sport. His career is marked by numerous achievements at both club and international levels, including winning the FIFA World Cup, the UEFA Champions League, and the Ballon d'Or.
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Birth
22 April 1982
Kaká was born in Gama, Federal District, Brazil, to Simone dos Santos, an elementary school teacher, and Bosco Izecson Pereira Leite, a civil engineer. His family was financially secure, which allowed him to focus on school and football at the same time.
Youth Career at São Paulo FC
1994-2000
Kaká joined the youth academy of São Paulo FC at the age of 12. He was discovered by the club after playing for a local youth club called 'Alphaville'. During this period, he developed his skills and eventually made his way to the first team.
Professional Debut
2001
Kaká made his professional debut for São Paulo FC at the age of 18. He scored 12 goals in 27 matches as an attacking midfield player, showcasing his talent and potential.
International Debut
2002
Kaká debuted for the Brazilian national team in 2002, playing in a match against Bolivia. Later that year, Brazil won the World Cup, with Kaká being part of the victorious squad.
Transfer to AC Milan
2003
Kaká joined Italian club AC Milan for a fee of €8.5 million. He made his first appearance in Italy in a 2–0 win over Ancona and quickly established himself as a key player for the club.
UEFA Champions League Success
2005-2007
Kaká led Milan to win the 2006–07 UEFA Champions League and was the tournament's top goalscorer. His performances saw him win the FIFA World Player of the Year, the Ballon d'Or, and the UEFA Club Footballer of the Year.
Transfer to Real Madrid
2009
Kaká joined Spanish powerhouse Real Madrid for a transfer fee of €67 million, which was the second highest transfer fee at the time. He played for Real Madrid from 2009 to 2013, helping the team win the 2011 Copa del Rey and the 2011–12 La Liga title.
Return to AC Milan
2013-2014
Kaká returned to AC Milan for a single season before joining MLS expansion club Orlando City SC. He played for Orlando City from 2014 to 2017, earning All-Star honors in each of his first two seasons.
Retirement
December 2017
Kaká retired from professional football in December 2017, ending a illustrious career that spanned over 16 years and included numerous accolades at both club and international levels.

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