Cristiano Oliveira

Cristiano Paulo Santos Oliveira (born March 30, 2008) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a midfielder for Major League Soccer club New England Revolution.

A product of the New England Revolution Academy, Oliveira signed his first professional contract with New England Revolution II in 2024 before signing a Homegrown Player contract with the Revolution first team in 2026.

Early life

Oliveira was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and raised in Somerville, Massachusetts. The son of Brazilian immigrants, he began playing youth soccer in nearby Chelsea before joining the FC Boston Bolts academy at age 11. In 2022, he joined the New England Revolution Academy, where he played for the club's under-17 side and emerged as one of its top youth prospects, leading the team in goals.

Club career

New England Revolution II

Oliveira signed his first professional contract with New England Revolution II in October 2024 at the age of 16.

In 2025, Oliveira became a regular starter for Revolution II, making 24 league appearances and scoring five goals.

On January 14, 2026, New England signed Oliveira as the club's 16th Homegrown Player on a contract through the 2029 season with a club option for 2030. He made his Major League Soccer debut on May 23, 2026, appearing as a substitute against Charlotte FC.

Career statistics

Club

Honours

Individual MLS NEXT All-Star: 2025