About Nilson Antonio
Born 1987. Nilson Antonio is an association football player.
Nilson António da Veiga de Barros (born 5 August 1987), better known as Nilson, is a Cape Verdean professional footballer who plays as a left-back. He played for Portimonense between 2008 and 2011. Nilson signed with CSKA Sofia in the summer of 2012, but sustained an injury in October 2012, which kept him out of action for a number of months. After his recovery, he decided to continue his career with Portimonense, agreeing to terms in February 2013.
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Who is Nilson Antonio?
Cape Verdean footballer (born 1987)
When was Nilson Antonio born?
Nilson Antonio was born on 5 August 1987 in Santa Cruz.
What is Nilson Antonio's occupation?
Nilson Antonio is an association football player.
What nationality is Nilson Antonio?
Nilson Antonio's recorded nationality: Cape Verde.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Nilson Antonio. https://biography.guide/nilson-antonio/
MLA: "Nilson Antonio." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/nilson-antonio/.
Chicago: "Nilson Antonio." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/nilson-antonio/.
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