Top 5 Brazilian Players in Barcelona's History

Ace Football ranks the five best Brazilian players to don the FC Barcelona jersey in a list featuring some iconic and somewhat surprising names.

Step into the illustrious history of FC Barcelona, where Brazilian players have carved out a special place with their dazzling talent. 44 have crossed over from the South American nation so far, including Neymar, Sylvinho, Dani Alves, and countless others.

Among the Brazilians who’ve showcased their skills for the Blaugrana, Victor Roque is set to add his name as the 45th Brazilian to join Barcelona in 2024. So, with this in mind, Join us as we highlight the top 5 Brazilian players who have left an enduring legacy in Catalonia.

5. Romario

Romario joined Barcelona from PSV Eindhoven and rocked it in less than two seasons. He led the team to the final of the 1993/94 Champions League and bagged a league title. Winning the Ballon d’Or in 1994 was his solo victory dance. Everyone still talks about his cool “cola de vaca” move against Real Madrid – pure magic on the pitch.

4. Ronaldo Nazario

Ronaldo Nazario’s stay at FC Barcelona is seen as a big oops in the club’s history. Coming after Romario, he hopped over from PSV Eindhoven. Even though he only kicked it with Barcelona for one season, he netted a whopping 47 goals in 49 matches. At just 20 years old, Ronaldo had the chance to be a huge deal for Barca, but he made a surprise exit to join Inter Milan. His time at Camp Nou was short but packed with goals and what-ifs.

3. Rivaldo

Rivaldo rocked Barcelona for five seasons, playing in 235 games and smashing in 130 goals. He was a big deal, winning the Ballon d’Or and FIFA World Player of the Year in 1999. Grabbing back-to-back LaLiga titles, a Copa del Rey, and the UEFA Super Cup, Rivaldo left his mark as one of Barcelona’s all-time greats.

2. Ronaldinho

Ronaldinho is the big shot in Barcelona’s Brazilian Hall of Fame. His grin and crazy skills won over the Blaugrana fans. He played a big role in bringing success back to the club. Bagging the Ballon d’Or in 2005 and two FIFA World Player of the Year awards in 2004 and 2005, he was on fire. Two LaLiga trophies, one Champions League, and a Ballon d’Or – just a few highlights from his time making magic at Barcelona.

1. Evaristo de Macedo

Evaristo de Macedo kicked off the Brazilian wave at FC Barcelona in the mid-20th century. Hailing from Flamengo, he played a whopping 151 matches, scoring over a hundred goals. Evaristo made history at Camp Nou, scoring in the first official match in September 1957. Alongside legends like Luis Suarez and Laszlo Kubala, he bagged back-to-back LaLiga titles. In a legendary showdown against Real Madrid in 1960, Evaristo’s diving header sealed the deal, booting Barcelona’s rivals out of the European Cup and crushing their dream of a sixth successive title.