Nene

History

Overview

Only 18 years of age, Nene has already set the Nedalian footballing scene on fire. This offensive minded left winger first featured in the U21 World Cup 14, he was the most important force in the team’s blitzering run to the finals of the tournament. He is already one of the most important players on the senior Lions squad despite his young age. Born in Kafra, he signed for Shoreland United when he was 17 years old, in the inaugural season of the Nedalia Premier League, after his spectacular display in the U21 World Cup.

The first sign of things to come was against Lovisa, in Group D of the U21 World Cup 14, when Nene stormed his way into the international limelight with a 2 goal performance. He did not let up, and in 7 U21 games, he scored 6 goals. The backbone of the Lions U21 team that featured in U21 World Cup 14, he can beat any defender with his magnificent skills and pace. Not only that, but his shot is as strong as anyone else, giving this 18 year old wonder skills that any player would be envious of.

Despite having a good tournament, Nene and the senior Lions squad fell short of expectations, falling out in the Quarter-Finals of the Baptism of Fire Cup to eventual winners Bettia. Following the BoF Cup came the World Cup 22 Qualifying, where Nedalia went on to disappoint everyone, came only 2nd to last in their group.

At the age of 21, the player made the biggest move in the history of Nedalian football when his club, Shoreland United, accepted a $30 million offer, plus added incentives, from Vilitan club Marine Coast United. He had just completed his 2nd season with Shoreland United, winning the championship in the Nedalia Premier League inaugural season, and coming in 3rd in Year Two.

Highlights

- Was the starter for the Nedalia Lions in the Baptism of Fire Cup, playing in 3 of the 4 matches Nedalia appeared in. The team crashed out in the Quarter-Finals to Bettia.

- Was part of the Nedalia Premier League's inaugural season, playing with Shoreland United, at 19 years old of age.

- At 21 years old, made the switch to Marine Coast United for $30 million.

- Was an integral part of the Lions team that qualifying to World Cup 24.

Statistics

Nedalia Lions

Appearances: 81

Goals Scored: 20

Professional League

Shoreland United:

  Season     Apps   Goals   Assists   Rating
 
  Year One    35     21      16       7.81
  Year Two    35     21      17       7.94
  Year Six    37     18      28*      7.91
  Total      107     60      59       7.89

Records

- Nedalia Premier League's Year One Midfielder of the Year.

- Nedalia Premier League's Year Two Midfielder of the Year.

- Nedalia Premier League's Year Two Player of the Year.