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Igor Jesus (footballer, born 2001)

Igor Jesus Maciel da Cruz, known as Igor Jesus, is a Brazilian professional footballer. He currently plays as a striker for Botafogo. He also plays for the Brazil national team.


2 days ago : Igor Jesus nears Botafogo exit, set for Nottingham Forest transfer.

Igor Jesus is close to leaving Botafogo for Nottingham Forest. Clubs reached an agreement, pending final details. Botafogo faces squad assembly issues amidst proposals.

January 2019: Senior Debut and First Goal

In January 2019, Igor Jesus debuted for Coritiba as a substitute on January 23 in a Campeonato Paranaense game against Maringá. On January 30, 2019, he scored his first senior goal in his first start for the team against Athletico Paranaense.

March 2019: New Contract with Coritiba

On March 18, 2019, Igor Jesus signed a new contract with Coritiba, keeping him at the club until the end of 2022.

May 2019: National League Debut

On May 20, 2019, Igor Jesus made his national league debut in the 2019 Campeonato Brasileiro Série B match against CRB.

July 2024: Signs with Botafogo

On July 7, 2024, Igor Jesus returned to his home country and signed a permanent deal with Botafogo, following a period playing abroad with Shabab Al Ahli.

October 2024: First Brazil National Team Call-Up

In October 2024, Igor Jesus received his first call up to the Brazil national team for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification games against Chile and Peru.