Vampeta is a football pundit and retired footballer. A former midfielder, he represented Brazil's national team from 1998 until 2002, winning the 1999 Copa América and the 2002 FIFA World Cup. Vampeta started his career in Salvador, with team Vitoria, and later went to Europe with Dutch team PSV Eindhoven, who signed him alongside Ronaldo in the summer of 1994.
Vampeta made his international debut for Brazil in a friendly match against FR Yugoslavia. He then became a regular player for Brazil, being called up for the 1999 Copa America. Vampeta played a crucial role in Corinthians' victory in the 2000 FIFA Club World Cup, earning widespread acclaim for his performances