Cléber Santana 1981 – 2016

Biography

Cléber Santana was a Brazilian association football player born on June 27, 1981, in Olinda, a historic city in northeastern Brazil. Throughout his career, he contributed to the sport as a professional athlete, representing the passion and dedication characteristic of Brazilian football culture. His life in the sport reflected the commitment required to succeed in one of Brazil’s most celebrated traditions.

On November 28, 2016, Cléber Santana’s life was tragically cut short in an aircraft crash in La Unión. The sudden loss marked the end of a career that had spanned years of athletic achievement and personal dedication to the game he loved. His passing was mourned by those who knew him and who appreciated his contributions to football.

Though his time was limited, Cléber Santana’s legacy remains part of Brazilian football history. He is remembered as a professional who pursued his passion and represented his country through the beautiful game.