Alex Rodrigo Dias da Costa
Brazilian footballer
1982 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
Brazilian footballer
Born
June 17, 1982
Age
~44 years
Name Origin
English
Timeline
association football player
BrazilBorn in Niterói
1982
Born in Niterói (1982-06-17)
Present
Age ~44
About
Alex Rodrigo Dias da Costa, known as Alex, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a centre-back. He was known for his physical strength and the power of his shot, which has gained him the nicknames of "The Tank" and Canhão da Vila.
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Who is Alex Rodrigo Dias da Costa?+
Alex Rodrigo Dias da Costa, known as Alex, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a centre-back. He was known for his physical strength and the power of his shot, which has gained him the nicknames of "The Tank" and Canhão da Vila.
What does the name Alex mean?+
The name Alex means "male given name (Άλεξ). Etymology: Short form of Alexander.". It is of English origin.
When was Alex Rodrigo Dias da Costa born?+
Alex Rodrigo Dias da Costa was born on June 17, 1982.
Name Meaning
male given name (Άλεξ). Etymology: Short form of Alexander.
The name Alex is of English origin, meaning "male given name (Άλεξ). Etymology: Short form of Alexander.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Alex — June 17, 1982
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Gemini
Curious, adaptable, communicative
Air · Mercury · May 21 – Jun 20
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
13 Men
Eagle — vision, freedom, higher mind
Celtic Tree
Oak
Confident, nurturing, generous
Ogham: Duir · Jun 10 – Jul 7
Birthstone: Pearl — Purity, innocence
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I knew from the first practice. You had something different.
— your old coach
That one game... you know which one. Unreal.
— a fan since day one
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