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Guilherme Ferreira Pinto (born 7 April 1992), commonly known as Negueba, is a Brazilian footballer who plays as a winger or an attacking midfielder for Thai League 1 club Ratchaburi.[1]
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Career
[edit]Youth
[edit]Negueba came very young to Flamengo as a futsal player. The young midfielder had brief passages in Jacarepaguá Tênis Clube and the Jequiá da Ilha before reaching Flamengo's youth team as a prospect for the future.
Professional
[edit]The young Negueba went through all the categories of the youth divisions of Flamengo, and got his first opportunity at the professional team in 2010, with Vanderlei Luxemburgo as the team manager. At that time, Negueba, who was only 18 years old incomplete, won a vote of confidence not only of the veteran manager, but the entire squad represented by team captain Leonardo Moura.
On November 7, 2010, he had his début, starting in a 0–1 loss against Atlético Paranaense in a Brazilian Série A match at Estádio Raulino de Oliveira.
After the end of 2010 Brazilian Série A, Flamengo announced Negueba had his contract renewed for another 5 years.[2]
After consecutive poor matches and repeated mistakes, Negueba lost prestige with the squad. After a loss to Santos, arguably caused by two individual errors by Negueba, the player was not included in any further match day squad of the team.[3] Negueba protested a possible move to Avaí FC, proposed by the club's managers, but accepted a move to another club.[4] On September 20, 2012, São Paulo confirmed Negueba as a member of its 2013 squad. As part of the loan deal, Cléber Santana went in exchange to Flamengo.[5] Negueba had previously refused a move to Lisbon's Sporting, as he was seen as an important part of the squad by Joel Santana, and also as being too young for an international move.[6]
On January 5, 2013, one day after his presentation in São Paulo, Negueba went through surgery due to a knee injury. He remained sidelined for six months.[7] On September 1, almost eight months after his arrival to the club, Negueba finally made his debut for São Paulo FC, coming from the bench at 82 minutes in a 0–0 draw against Botafogo, for the Brazilian Série A. According to the winger, "it was a happy moment. I could début for São Paulo, at Maracanã Stadium, where greats already played, and I felt good."[8] Two days later, Negueba made his second game wearing the shirt of Tricolor Paulista, this time in a 1–0 victory against Náutico, again coming from the bench in the second half. Applauded by the fans, Negueba praised them, saying: "I am going to do my best to help the team."[9]
However, two months before the end of his contract with São Paulo, Negueba, not being a part of Muricy Ramalho's plans, was dismissed by the club, returning to Flamengo.[10]
On the June 6, 2016 it was involved In a change changes player Edinho, in the which Negueba will act for Grêmio.[11][12]
Career statistics
[edit]- As of match played 22 September 2023[13]
| Club | Season | League | State League | Cup | League Cup | Continental | Other | Total | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| Flamengo | 2010 | Série A | 3 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | 3 | 0 | |||||
| 2011 | 18 | 0 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 1 | — | 2 | 0 | — | 30 | 2 | ||||
| 2012 | 13 | 0 | 12 | 1 | — | — | 5 | 0 | — | 30 | 1 | |||||
| 2014 | 11 | 0 | 10 | 2 | — | — | 2 | 0 | — | 23 | 2 | |||||
| Total | 45 | 0 | 29 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 86 | 5 | ||
| São Paulo (loan) | 2013 | Série A | 5 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 0 | |||||
| Coritiba | 2015 | Série A | 24 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 6 | 0 | — | — | — | 41 | 2 | |||
| 2016 | 4 | 1 | 16 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — | — | — | 22 | 1 | |||||
| Total | 28 | 3 | 27 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 63 | 3 | ||
| Grêmio | 2016 | Série A | 11 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | 11 | 1 | |||||
| Atlético Goianiense | 2017 | Série A | 0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | 11 | 0 | |||
| Ponte Preta | 2017 | Série A | 4 | 0 | — | — | — | 1 | 0 | — | 5 | 0 | ||||
| Londrina (loan) | 2017 | Série B | 13 | 2 | — | — | — | — | 1 | 0 | 14 | 2 | ||||
| Gyeongnam FC | 2018 | K League 1 | 36 | 5 | — | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 37 | 5 | ||||
| 2019 | 11 | 0 | — | 2 | 0 | — | 6 | 0 | — | 19 | 0 | |||||
| Total | 47 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 56 | 5 | ||
| Gyeongnam FC | 2020 | K League 2 | 19 | 2 | — | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | 20 | 2 | ||||
| Incheon United | 2021 | K League 1 | 31 | 2 | — | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | 31 | 2 | ||||
| Criciúma | 2022 | Série B | 6 | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | 6 | 0 | |||||
| Port | 2022–23 | Thai League 1 | 24 | 3 | — | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 30 | 5 | |||
| 2023–24 | 4 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | — | 5 | 0 | ||||
| Total | 28 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 35 | 5 | ||
| Lamphum Warriors | 2023–24 | Thai League 1 | 4 | 2 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 4 | 2 | ||
| Career total | 241 | 20 | 67 | 4 | 20 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 347 | 27 | ||
Honours
[edit]Club
[edit]- Flamengo
- Copa São Paulo de Futebol Júnior: 2011
- Campeonato Carioca: 2011, 2014
- Taça Rio: 2011
- Taça Guanabara: 2011, 2014
- Grêmio
Copa do Brasil: 2016
- Londrina
International
[edit]- Brazil U20
References
[edit]- ^ "เติมเต็มแดนกลาง! ราชบุรี เปิดตัว "เนเกบา" มิดฟิลด์บราซิล เสริมทัพลุยไทยลีก" [Ratchaburi FC has unveiled Brazilian midfielder "Neguba" to strengthen their midfield for the Thai League.]. Siamsport (in Thai). July 25, 2025. Retrieved August 16, 2025.
- ^ Flamengo renova com Negueba por cinco temporadas (in Portuguese). Globoesporte.com.br. December 5, 2010. Retrieved December 5, 2010
- ^ "Futebol 2.0: Erros de Negueba dão origem aos dois gols do Santos". September 13, 2012.
- ^ "Futebol 2.0: Erros de Negueba dão origem aos dois gols do Santos". September 13, 2012.
- ^ Em baixa no Flamengo, Negueba vai jogar no São Paulo em 2013 (in Portuguese). Globoesporte.com.br. September 20, 2012. Retrieved September 21, 2012
- ^ "Negueba já fala em tom de despedida mas promete voltar". Archived from the original on December 3, 2013. Retrieved November 28, 2012.
- ^ Médico confirma Negueba seis meses fora, mas evita "drama" de 2012 (in Portuguese)
- ^ "Enfim, Negueba estreia: "Muito feliz"". Archived from the original on September 5, 2013. Retrieved September 4, 2013.
- ^ "Negueba festeja carinho da torcida: "Não tem explicação"". Archived from the original on September 7, 2013. Retrieved September 4, 2013.
- ^ "Portal A TARDE - São Paulo rescinde contrato e devolve Negueba ao Fla". Portal A TARDE. Archived from the original on October 21, 2013. Retrieved May 17, 2025.
- ^ "Coritiba e Grêmio fecham a troca de Negueba por Edinho". Terra. Archived from the original on July 24, 2021. Retrieved June 6, 2016.
- ^ "Grêmio e Coxa acertam troca de Edinho por Negueba em definitivo". Globoesporte.com. June 6, 2016. Retrieved June 6, 2016.
- ^ Negueba at Soccerway. Retrieved 14 February 2024.
External links
[edit]- Player profile @ Flapédia (in Portuguese)
Negueba
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Club career
Youth career
Guilherme Ferreira Pinto, known as Negueba, was born on 7 April 1992 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where he grew up in an urban environment typical of the city's working-class neighborhoods.[1] Negueba began his football journey in futsal, joining Clube de Regatas do Flamengo's youth program in 2001 at the age of nine after brief stints at Jacarepaguá Tênis Clube and Jequiá da Ilha.[4][5] He progressed steadily through Flamengo's youth categories, from sub-11 to sub-20, initially focusing on futsal before transitioning to field football around 2008–2009 under the guidance of coaches Anthony and Cleber, who helped him adapt to the larger pitch.[4][6] During his youth tenure, Negueba honed key skills such as exceptional dribbling and agility, influenced by his futsal background, while participating in regional tournaments like the Torneio Octávio Pinto Guimarães and Copa Sub-23, where he stood out in the sub-20 team under coach Paulo Henrique.[4][6]Flamengo
Negueba made his senior debut for Flamengo on 7 November 2010, starting in a 0–1 defeat to Atlético Paranaense in the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A at Estádio Raulino de Oliveira.[7] The 18-year-old winger impressed coach Vanderlei Luxemburgo with his composure, earning praise for showing no fear against established opponents despite the loss.[7] Following his debut, Negueba's integration into the first team accelerated after a standout performance in the 2011 Copa São Paulo de Futebol Júnior, where Flamengo secured the title with a 2–1 victory over Bahia in the final at Pacaembu Stadium.[8] He started in the decisive match and converted a penalty to score the winning goal, earning recognition as the tournament's best player and paving the way for greater opportunities in the senior squad.[9] In December 2010, shortly after his debut, Flamengo renewed his contract for five seasons, extending it until 2015 to secure the promising talent.[10] Negueba scored his first senior goal for Flamengo on 6 February 2011, during a Campeonato Carioca match against Boavista, entering as a substitute and netting the winner in a 2–1 victory that boosted the team's campaign.[11] His contributions grew in the 2012 Taça Guanabara, the first phase of the Campeonato Carioca, where he featured regularly and helped Flamengo reach the semifinals, showcasing his pace and crossing ability on the flanks despite the team's eventual elimination by Vasco da Gama. Over his initial professional stint with Flamengo from 2010 to 2013, Negueba made 88 appearances and scored 5 goals across various competitions, including the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A, Copa do Brasil, Copa Libertadores, and Campeonato Carioca. He returned briefly in 2014, adding 11 more appearances.[12]Post-Flamengo in Brazil
In 2013, while still contracted to Flamengo, Negueba was loaned to São Paulo, but his debut season was disrupted by a serious knee injury that required surgery and kept him sidelined for six months. He made limited appearances during his time there, totaling five matches without scoring.[13] Following the expiration of his Flamengo contract at the end of 2014, Negueba signed a permanent deal with Coritiba on a free transfer in January 2015.[14] In the 2015 Série A season, he featured in 24 matches, scoring 2 goals and providing 4 assists as Coritiba finished 15th in the league.[2] His involvement decreased in 2016, with only 4 appearances and 1 goal for the club, amid challenges in adapting to fluctuating tactical roles within the squad.[2] On June 13, 2016, Negueba transferred to Grêmio in exchange for another player.[14] He made 11 Série A appearances that year, scoring 1 goal and adding 1 assist, while playing a supporting role in Grêmio's Copa do Brasil campaign, which culminated in the club's victory.[2][15] After his Grêmio contract was not renewed, Negueba joined Atlético Goianiense on a free transfer in February 2017 to bolster their Série A squad following their promotion the previous year.[16][14] He recorded 11 appearances without goals as the team struggled and ultimately faced relegation.[13] Later in 2017, Negueba moved to Ponte Preta, where he appeared in 4 Série A matches without scoring.[13] He was then loaned to Londrina in Série B for the latter part of the season, making 14 appearances and scoring 2 goals to aid their mid-table finish.[13] These moves highlighted a period of instability, with Negueba adapting to diverse winger positions across different competitive levels in Brazilian football.Career in Asia
Negueba transferred to Gyeongnam FC in South Korea's K League 1 in 2018, where he featured prominently with 36 appearances and 5 goals in the league that season, earning a spot in the 2018 K League Team of the Year for his contributions. He continued with Gyeongnam in 2019 in the K League 2. After 2019, Negueba returned to Gyeongnam FC for the 2020 season (19 appearances, 2 goals).[12] He joined Incheon United in 2021, making 31 appearances and scoring 2 goals in the K League 1. Negueba returned briefly to Brazil with Criciúma in March 2022 for the Série B, making 6 league appearances before moving to Asia.[17] He moved to Thailand's Port FC in July 2022, recording 24 appearances and 3 goals in the Thai League 1 during the 2022/23 season.[12] In August 2023, Negueba joined Lamphun Warriors in the Thai League 1, making 10 appearances and scoring 4 goals in the 2023/24 season, followed by 24 appearances and 2 goals in 2024/25. He played a key role in their campaigns, including in cup competitions.[12] Negueba joined Ratchaburi FC on July 25, 2025, on a contract until June 30, 2026; as of November 2025, he has made 9 appearances and scored 1 goal in the Thai League 1.[1] Throughout his time in Asia, Negueba adapted to the region's faster-paced football styles, which emphasize quick transitions and technical precision, while navigating cultural adjustments such as language barriers and dietary changes common for South American players abroad.[18]International career
Youth international career
Negueba earned his first call-up to Brazil's under-20 national team in mid-2011 under coach Ney Franco for preparatory camps ahead of the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Colombia. Franco, known for his emphasis on technical development and tactical discipline, selected Negueba from Flamengo's youth academy as part of the squad representing Brazil's top clubs, with Negueba standing out for his pace and dribbling ability on the wing.[19] He was among the 21 players named to the final squad for the 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup, held from July 29 to August 20. Negueba featured as a substitute winger in group stage matches, including the 1-1 draw against Egypt on July 29, where he competed effectively in wide areas to maintain attacking momentum. His versatility allowed rotations alongside stars like Oscar and Philippe Coutinho, making 7 appearances without scoring and contributing to Brazil's fifth U-20 World Cup title with a 3-2 extra-time victory over Portugal in the final, where he entered late to help secure the win.[19][20][21][22]Senior international career
Despite showing significant promise during his youth international career, Negueba has never earned a cap for the Brazil senior national team, with comprehensive records confirming zero appearances at that level.[2] This absence of selection occurred despite his breakthrough at Flamengo around 2011–2013, a period when he emerged as a dynamic winger in Brazilian football. The primary barriers to a senior call-up included the fierce competition for wide attacking positions within the Brazil squad during Negueba's peak years. Established stars such as Neymar and Willian dominated the winger roles, with the 2013 Brazil team featuring them alongside Hulk and Bernard in those positions under coach Luiz Felipe Scolari.[23] Additionally, Negueba's career trajectory shifted after leaving Flamengo in 2014, with moves to other Brazilian clubs in Série A and Série B, and later abroad to South Korea, which likely diminished his visibility to national team selectors. A brief window of potential arose in 2016 during his loan at Grêmio, where he played a supporting role in their Copa do Brasil triumph, contributing to the team's success with appearances in key matches.[24] However, no official or training invitations from the senior team materialized, even as Grêmio reached the Copa Libertadores final that year. By contrast, his subsequent moves to Gyeongnam FC in South Korea and various Brazilian second-division sides further distanced him from contention. As of November 2025, at age 33 and competing in the Thai League 1 with Ratchaburi FC, Negueba's prospects for a senior international debut remain remote, given Brazil's preference for players from top European or domestic leagues and his current career stage.[1]Playing style
Technical abilities
Negueba's technical proficiency is prominently displayed in his dribbling and short passing abilities, skills honed during his early development in futsal at Flamengo. His background in the sport, which emphasizes quick ball control and close-quarters maneuvers, enabled him to excel in tight spaces on the pitch, often evading defenders with agile footwork.[25] This foundation contributed to his reputation as a skillful winger capable of initiating attacks through precise, short-range distribution to teammates.[26] As a predominantly right-footed player, Negueba demonstrated effectiveness in one-on-one situations and delivering crosses from the flank, leveraging his preferred foot to cut inside or whip in accurate deliveries. His right-footed dominance allowed him to threaten defenses both directly and indirectly, particularly when operating on the right wing.[2] In duels, his dribbling often drew fouls, underscoring his ability to unbalance markers in isolated engagements.[26] Negueba also possessed a notable capability for long-range shots, frequently attempting strikes from distance that added an element of unpredictability to his game. Additionally, he served as an indirect threat in set pieces, contributing through positioning and movement rather than primary execution, which complemented his overall attacking repertoire.[26]Physical attributes and role
Negueba possesses a compact and agile build, standing at 1.72 m (5 ft 8 in) tall and weighing around 69 kg, which facilitates rapid directional changes and explosive movements on the pitch. This physical profile has been emphasized as a core strength, allowing him to maintain speed and agility while developing greater overall strength during his time at Flamengo. His low center of gravity contributes to effective dribbling and quick turns, particularly in wide areas where he can evade defenders. As a primarily right-sided winger, Negueba's role centers on providing width, delivering crosses, and contributing to the attack through direct runs and key passes. He exhibits positional versatility, shifting to the left wing or central attacking midfield when required, adapting to tactical needs across various leagues. In this capacity, his defensive contributions stand out, with a strong inclination toward tackling and pressing opponents, though this often leads to frequent foul commitments due to his aggressive style. A noted weakness in Negueba's game is his tendency to struggle with ball retention under pressure, which can disrupt build-up play.Career statistics
Club statistics
Negueba's club career spans multiple leagues in Brazil, South Korea, and Thailand, with a total of approximately 390 appearances, 39 goals, and 38 assists across all competitions as of November 2025.[12][2] His contributions include assists primarily as a winger providing creative play. The 2020 season was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, limiting his appearances with Gyeongnam FC due to league suspensions and health protocols.[27] The following table summarizes his club statistics by major club, aggregating domestic leagues, cups, and continental competitions where data is available. Loans are noted where applicable.| Club | Period | Appearances | Goals | Assists | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flamengo | 2010–2013 | 63 | 3 | 5 | Included Série A and Copa do Brasil. |
| São Paulo | 2014 | 23 | 2 | 2 | Série A and Copa Libertadores. |
| Coritiba (loan) | 2015–2016 | 68 | 5 | 4 | Loan from Flamengo; Série A and cup matches. |
| Grêmio (loan) | 2016 | 11 | 1 | 0 | Mid-season loan; Série A appearances. |
| Atlético Goianiense | 2017 | 9 | 0 | 0 | Campeonato Goiano. |
| Londrina | 2017 | 5 | 0 | 0 | Série A and cup matches. |
| Ponte Preta | 2017 | 14 | 2 | 1 | Série B focus. |
| Gyeongnam FC | 2018–2020 | 76 | 7 | 9 | K League 1; 2020 affected by COVID-19. |
| Incheon United | 2021 | 31 | 2 | 4 | K League 1; free transfer move. |
| Criciúma | 2022 | 6 | 0 | 0 | Série B stint. |
| Port FC | 2022–2023 | 35 | 5 | 4 | Thai League 1; included AFC competitions. |
| Lamphun Warrior | 2023–2025 | 39 | 7 | 7 | Thai League 1; strong scoring form. |
| Ratchaburi FC | 2025–present | 13 | 5 | 2 | Ongoing Thai League 1 and AFC Champions League Two; season incomplete. |
International statistics
Negueba's international statistics are confined to the youth level, where he made 7 appearances for the Brazil under-20 national team, all during the 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Colombia. In these matches, he played a total of 199 minutes, primarily as a substitute, and recorded no goals. Brazil won the tournament, defeating Portugal 3–2 in extra time in the final.[28][5] Negueba did not participate in the 2011 South American U-20 Championship or any other confirmed youth international tournaments. At the senior level, he has earned 0 caps and scored 0 goals for the Brazil national team.| Tournament | Appearances | Goals | Minutes Played | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 FIFA U-20 World Cup | 7 | 0 | 199 | All as substitute; opponents: Egypt, Uruguay, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Argentina, Mexico, Portugal |