Filipe Luís

High school (ages 12+)
Sports & Games

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Filipe Luís born?August 9, 1985
2. What is the primary playing position?Left back
3. What is the international trophies?Confederations Cup (2013), Copa América (2019)
4. Who is Filipe Luís?Filipe Luís is a Brazilian soccer player famous for playing as a left‑back and later becoming a coach.
5. Which teams did Filipe Luís play for in Europe?He played for Deportivo La Coruña, Atlético Madrid, Chelsea, and then returned to Atlético Madrid.

Full-back: A defensive player positioned on the flanks of the defense, responsible for both preventing opposition attacks and contributing to offensive build-up play.
Tactical Awareness: The ability of a player to understand and adapt to the strategic elements of a game, including positioning, formations, and opponent tendencies.
Copa Libertadores: The premier annual international club football competition organized by CONMEBOL, contested by top-tier clubs from South America.
Campeonato Brasileiro Série A: The premier professional football league in Brazil, considered one of the most competitive leagues in South America.