Biography
Who is Luiz Gustavo?
Early life and professional beginnings
Born in Pindamonhangaba, Brazil, on July 23, 1987, Luiz Gustavo Dias began his professional path in the sport at Corinthians Alagoano. His early path eventually led him to Europe when he joined the German club 1899 Hoffenheim on loan in August 2007. By April 2008, he signed a permanent contract with the club, marking the start of a decade-long period of playing in Germany. This initial experience in the Bundesliga provided the foundation for his future successes at larger European clubs.
Success with Bayern Munich and Wolfsburg
In January 2011, Luiz Gustavo moved to Bayern Munich, where he quickly became an integral part of the midfield. During his tenure, he played in 46 matches in his first full season. His achievements reached a high point during the 2012-13 season, where he contributed to the team winning the league title and the UEFA Champions League. He was an unused substitute in the 2013 final at Wembley Stadium as Bayern defeated Borussia Dortmund.
Following his departure from Munich, he joined VfL Wolfsburg in August 2013 on a long-term contract. He made an immediate impact, helping the team qualify for the UEFA Europa League. In his second season with the club, he played a key role in their DFB-Pokal victory, scoring a goal in the 2015 final against Borussia Dortmund to secure the cup honour.
International career and later clubs
Luiz Gustavo made his international debut for the Brazil national team in August 2011 against Germany. He was a key member of the squad that won the 2013 FIFA Confederations Cup on home soil, playing the full 90 minutes in the final against Spain. He also represented his country during the 2014 FIFA World Cup, where Brazil finished in fourth place. Over his international career, he earned over 40 caps.
After his time in Germany, he played for Olympique de Marseille in France, where he was named to the Ligue 1 team of the year for the 2017-18 season. He later moved to Turkey to play for Fenerbahçe before joining the Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr in 2022. By 2024, he returned to Brazil to compete with São Paulo FC.
Personal life and beliefs
Beyond his professional career, Luiz Gustavo is a devout Catholic who has openly shared his commitment to his faith. He frequently reads the Bible and prays twice daily. He became engaged to his girlfriend, Milene, in December 2010. He often cites his mother as a major source of inspiration, noting that she held a deep hope for his success as a professional player before she passed away when he was sixteen.
Birthday and age
Luiz Gustavo was born on July 23, 1987, which makes Luiz 39 years old today. That birthday falls under the Leo sign. Luiz shares the date with 59 other famous people.
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