Biography
Who is Hernanes?
Early life and real name
Anderson Hernanes de Carvalho Viana Lima was born in Alianca, Brazil, on May 29, 1985. He grew up to become a prominent association football player known by his mononym, Hernanes.
He developed his athletic skills through the youth academy at Sao Paulo, where he spent nine years training and building the foundation for his professional career.
Club career highlights
Hernanes began his professional path with Sao Paulo, helping the team secure the Campeonato Brasileiro Serie A in 2007 and 2008. His performances drew international attention, leading to a transfer to Italian club Lazio in August 2010. During his time with Lazio, he contributed to their Coppa Italia victory in the 2012 to 2013 season.
In January 2014, he transferred to Inter Milan before moving to Juventus in 2015. With Juventus, he captured the domestic double during his first season. He later played for Hebei China Fortune in China, returned to Sao Paulo for multiple stints, and also played for Sport Club do Recife before retiring from professional play in May 2022.
International career
Hernanes represented Brazil at multiple levels of international competition. He earned caps for the Brazil national under-23 football team, winning a bronze medal at the 2008 Summer Olympics held in Beijing. During the Olympic tournament, he scored a well-known goal in the opening match against Belgium.
With the senior Brazil national team, he participated in the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup, helping his home country win the tournament. He also appeared in the squad for the 2014 FIFA World Cup, where Brazil finished in fourth place.
Hernanes height and personal life
Hernanes stands at a height of 180 centimeters. Throughout his career, he became known in Italy by the nickname Il Profeta, which translates to The Prophet.
Outside of sports, he is married and is a father of four children. He is also a practicing Christian, and fans of Sao Paulo previously honored him by dedicating a mural inside the Estadio do Morumbi.
Birthday and age
Hernanes was born on May 29, 1985, which makes Hernanes 41 years old today. That birthday falls under the Gemini sign. Hernanes shares the date with 33 other famous people.
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