Luciano Martins

Luciano Luís Turconi Martins (born 3 March 1963) is a Brazilian former footballer who last played as a striker for TP-Lahti.

Early life

Martins grew up in Porto Alegre, Brazil.

Playing career

In 1986, Martins signed for Portuguese side Portimonense, where he was regarded as one of the club's most important players. In 1987, he signed for German Bundesliga side FC 08 Homburg, where he helped the club achieve a 3-2 league win over German side FC Bayern on 22 August 1987, which he has regarded as one of the highlights of his playing career. In 1994, he signed for Finnish side FC Kuusysi, where he worked as a translator for the club's other Brazilian players. In 1997, he signed for Finnish second tier side FC Lahti, helping the club earn promotion to the Finnish top flight. He was regarded as one of the club's most important players.

Managerial career

After retiring from professional football, Martins worked as assistant manager of Finnish side FC Lahti.

Post-playing career

After retiring from professional football, Martins worked as the owner of Finland-based Italian restaurant Mamma Maria.

Personal life

Martins is a Finnish citizen, is Brazilian of Italian and Portuguese descent, and has a daughter. He can speak German, English, and Portuguese.