André Rocha (footballer)

André Guerreiro Rocha (born August 19, 1984) is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a midfielder or defender.

Career

South America

Rocha began his professional career in 2002 as a right-back with Aguas de Lindoia Esporte Clube, a fourth division São Paulo-based club. In 2004, after a short stint with Portuguesa Santista, he was purchased by Palmeiras of the top division, where he played one season. In 2005, he joined Atletico Paranaense playing in 47 games, including nine appearances in the 2005 Copa Libertadores helping the team reach the finals. He also made one appearance in 2007 Copa Sudamerica. In February 2010 Rocha joined Ponte Preta a second division club. In February 2013 André Rocha made his comeback to Brazil signing with Figueirense.

Major League Soccer

Rocha signed with FC Dallas on February 12, 2008, and made his MLS debut on March 30, 2008, in which he played all 90 minutes in a 1–1 tie against Chivas USA. During the 2008 season, Rocha led the team with eight assists, recording his first MLS career assist in a 3–3 tie against the Houston Dynamo on April 6, 2008, and his first MLS career goal on August 23, 2008, in a 1–1 tie against the Kansas City Wizards.

Greece

On August 31, 2010, Rocha signed a two-year contract with Superleague Greece club Panetolikos.

References

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External links

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