About Rafael da Silva Santos
Born 1979. Rafael da Silva Santos is a Brazilian association football player.
Rafael da Silva Santos (born 22 March 1979), known as Rafael, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a defender. He spent one season in the Bundesliga with 1860 Munich.
Career Rafael was a member of the Brazil under-20 national team. He joined 1860 Munich from Ypiranga ahead of the 2002–03 season, having previously played for Brazilian lower-league clubs. He made five appearances in the Bundesliga. 1860 Munich did not take up the option to extend his contract.
After a year at 1. FC Nürnberg, where he made two 2. Bundesliga appearances, he returned to Brazil with Paulista.
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Who is Rafael da Silva Santos?
Brazilian footballer
When was Rafael da Silva Santos born?
Rafael da Silva Santos was born on 22 March 1979 in Rio de Janeiro.
What is Rafael da Silva Santos's occupation?
Rafael da Silva Santos is an association football player.
What nationality is Rafael da Silva Santos?
Rafael da Silva Santos is Brazilian.
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· Wikipedia: Rafael da Silva Santos
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rafael da Silva Santos. https://biography.guide/rafael-da-silva-santos/
MLA: "Rafael da Silva Santos." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/rafael-da-silva-santos/.
Chicago: "Rafael da Silva Santos." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/rafael-da-silva-santos/.
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