The year 2024 was unforgettable for Lipão, who was named the best player in the world in Football 7 for the first time. The number 14 had a stellar season, finishing as the top scorer and winning the Club World Cup for the third consecutive time, each with a different club. Additionally, he shone in the Brazilian National Team, becoming the top scorer of the South American Cup and, in November, the MVP and leading scorer of the Intercontinental Cup.
Consistency and the ability to decide games were the hallmarks of the star throughout the year. In the Club World Cup, he was the standout player of the competition, demonstrating finishing power and leadership in crucial matches. With the national team, his efficiency in attack was key to securing victories, solidifying him as one of the top names in the sport.
With such an impressive performance, Lipão fully deserved the award for the best player in the world, crowning a historic year. His versatility, goal-scoring instinct, and leadership on the field place him among the greats of Football 7, making 2024 the year he firmly engraved his name in the history of the sport.
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