Nei

Elias Ferreira Sobrinho (born 15 August 1949), better known as Nei, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a forward.

Club career Revealed by Ferroviária, where he played until 1971, Nei became famous playing for Palmeiras in the 1970s, in the team that became known as the "second academy" . He won two Brazilian titles and three state championships, in addition to 490 matches and 70 goals for the club, entering the hall of fame.

International career Nei participated in a single match for the Brazil national team, on 21 February 1976, against the Soviet Union.

Honours Palmeiras Campeonato Brasileiro: 1972, 1973 Campeonato Paulista: 1972, 1974, 1976 Ramón de Carranza Trophy: 1974, 1975