Famous In The WorldCasemiro

Name: Carlos Henrique Casimiro (commonly known as Casemiro)

Introduction: Casemiro is a Brazilian professional footballer widely regarded as one of the best defensive midfielders of his generation. Known for his exceptional tackling, positional awareness, tactical intelligence, and leadership, he has been a pivotal figure in the success of both Real Madrid and the Brazil national team.

Date of birth: February 23, 1992

Height: 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 m)

Place of birth: São José dos Campos, São Paulo, Brazil

Family:

Parents’ names: His mother’s name is Magda de Faria Casimiro. His father left the family when Casemiro was five years old, and he has spoken about not recognizing him. He grew up in a poverty-stricken neighborhood.
Siblings: He has two siblings, but their names are not widely publicized.
Spouse: Anna Mariana Casemiro (m. 2014).
Children:
- Sara Casemiro (daughter, born 2016)
- Caio Casemiro (son, born 2021)
Relatives: Not widely publicized beyond his immediate family.

Profession: Professional footballer (defensive midfielder)

Nationality: Brazilian

Religion: Information not consistently available, but he has made references to his faith and divine will shaping his life.

College or university attended: He did not attend a traditional college or university, as he entered professional football at a young age. He was a product of São Paulo FC’s youth system from 2002 to 2010.

Biography and What Famous For:

Casemiro’s early life was marked by poverty in São José dos Campos. His father left when he was five, leaving his mother to raise him and his two siblings. These humble beginnings shaped his strong character and leadership qualities. He joined the youth system of São Paulo FC at a young age and quickly distinguished himself, often captaining his youth teams.

He made his senior debut for São Paulo in 2010. His strong defensive abilities and presence in midfield caught the attention of European giants.

Casemiro is most famous for his highly successful tenure at Real Madrid (2013-2022), where he became an integral part of one of the most dominant teams in modern football history. He formed a legendary midfield trio with Toni Kroos and Luka Modrić, which was crucial to Real Madrid’s unprecedented success.

His key achievements and what he is famous for include:

Five UEFA Champions League titles with Real Madrid. He was a starter in the last four of these triumphs (2016, 2017, 2018, 2022).
Three La Liga titles with Real Madrid.
Three FIFA Club World Cups and three UEFA Super Cups.
One Copa del Rey and three Spanish Super Cups.
His role as a world-class defensive midfielder: Casemiro redefined the role, combining exceptional ball-winning and tactical discipline with surprising offensive contributions (scoring crucial goals, particularly in big games). His ability to break up play, protect the defense, and initiate attacks made him indispensable.
Leadership and influence: Despite not always being the captain, he was a strong leader in the dressing room at Real Madrid, particularly guiding younger Brazilian players like Vinicius Jr. and Rodrygo.
Transfer to Manchester United (2022): His move to Manchester United for a reported €70.65 million was one of the most significant transfers of the 2022 summer window, bringing his vast experience to the Premier League. He immediately made an impact, helping Manchester United win the EFL Cup and FA Cup in his first two seasons.
Brazil National Team: He has been a consistent fixture for the Brazil national team since his debut in 2011, representing his country in multiple Copa América tournaments and FIFA World Cups. He won the 2019 Copa América with Brazil.

Casemiro is known for his professionalism, work ethic, and quiet but immense influence on the field. He is widely considered one of the best defensive midfielders of his generation.

Have participated (Selected Career Highlights):

Clubs:

São Paulo FC (2010–2013)
Real Madrid Castilla (loan, 2013)
Real Madrid (2013–2022)
FC Porto (loan, 2014–2015)
Manchester United (2022–present)

Major Club Honours (Selected):

UEFA Champions League: 5 (2013–14, 2015–16, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2021–22) with Real Madrid
La Liga: 3 (2016–17, 2019–20, 2021–22) with Real Madrid
Copa del Rey: 1 (2013–14) with Real Madrid
FIFA Club World Cup: 3 (2016, 2017, 2018) with Real Madrid
UEFA Super Cup: 3 (2016, 2017, 2022) with Real Madrid
EFL Cup: 1 (2022–23) with Manchester United
FA Cup: 1 (2023–24) with Manchester United