Career Timeline of Lucas Paquetá: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Lucas Paquetá built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Lucas Paquetá is a Brazilian professional footballer renowned for his versatility as an attacking midfielder or winger. He currently plays for West Ham United in the Premier League and represents the Brazil national team. Known for his technical skills, creativity, and work rate, Paquetá is a key player for both club and country.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2007: Arrival at Flamengo

In 2007, Lucas Paquetá joined Flamengo at the age of 10.

March 2016: Promotion to Flamengo's Professional Team

In March 2016, Paquetá was promoted to Flamengo's professional team and signed a contract extension. He debuted as a starter on 5 March 2016, in a match against Bangu.

April 2016: Called up for Brazil U20

In April 2016, Paquetá was called up to represent Brazil U20 for the first time in two friendly matches in Europe.

October 2016: Called up for Quadrangular de Seleções tournament

In October 2016, Paquetá was called up for the Quadrangular de Seleções tournament, a friendly round-robin against the U20 squads of Ecuador, Uruguay, and Chile.

2016: Copa São Paulo de Júniores Title

In 2016, Lucas Paquetá won the Copa São Paulo de Júniores title with the Flamengo youth team.

2016: Copa São Paulo de Júniores Title & Senior Promotion

In 2016, Paquetá won the Copa São Paulo de Júniores title with Flamengo and was subsequently promoted to the senior team.

2016: Practiced with Brazil U23 Team

In 2016, at the age of 18, Lucas Paquetá was called to practice with the Brazil U23 team in preparation for the 2016 Summer Olympics, with an eye toward the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo.

February 2017: First Professional Goal

On 19 February 2017, Paquetá scored his first professional goal in a match against Madureira.

2017: Copa do Brasil and Copa Sudamericana Finals

In 2017, Paquetá scored in both the Copa do Brasil final against Cruzeiro and the Copa Sudamericana final against Independiente. Flamengo was defeated in both matches. He was considered by fans to be, alongside Juan, the highlight of Flamengo.

August 2018: First Call-up to Brazil National Team

On 17 August 2018, Lucas Paquetá received his first call-up to the Brazil national team by manager Tite for friendly matches against the United States and El Salvador in September.

October 2018: AC Milan Transfer Deal

In October 2018, news agencies reported that AC Milan and Flamengo agreed to a €35M deal for the transfer of Lucas Paquetá.

2018: Alternative for Brazil National Team

In 2018, Paquetá was selected as one of the twelve alternatives for the Brazil national team by coach Tite for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, being the youngest of the 35 players considered.

2018: Supercoppa Italiana Appearance

In January 2019, Paquetá played in the 2018 Supercoppa Italiana, held in Saudi Arabia, where Juventus beat Milan 1–0.

January 2019: Debut for AC Milan

In January 2019, Paquetá made his club debut for AC Milan on 12 January and his Serie A debut on 21 January. He scored his first goal for Milan in a 3–0 win against Cagliari and dedicated his goal to the victims of a fire at his old club Flamengo.

January 2019: Official Transfer to AC Milan

On 4 January 2019, Lucas Paquetá's transfer to AC Milan was made official, and he signed a five-year contract. He chose to wear the shirt number 39 and was eligible for registration as a European player.

March 2019: First Goal for Brazil

On 23 March 2019, Lucas Paquetá scored his first goal for Brazil in a friendly draw against Panama.

May 2019: Included in Copa América Squad

In May 2019, Lucas Paquetá was included in Brazil's 23-man squad for the 2019 Copa América.

2019: Joined AC Milan

In 2019, Paquetá made a move to Europe, joining the Italian club AC Milan.

2019: Copa América participation and title

In 2019, Paquetá represented Brazil at the Copa América, winning the tournament.

March 2020: First Official Call-up to Under-23 Team

In March 2020, Paquetá received his first official call-up to the Brazil under-23 team.

September 2020: Signed with Lyon

On 30 September 2020, Lucas Paquetá signed a five-year contract with French club Lyon for €20 million.

July 2021: Copa América Quarter-Final Goal

In July 2021, during the Copa América quarter-final against Chile on 2 July 2021, Paquetá scored the winning goal. He also scored in the semi-final against Peru on 6 July 2021.

2021: Copa América Participation

In 2021, Paquetá once again represented Brazil at the Copa América.

August 2022: Signed with West Ham United

On 29 August 2022, Lucas Paquetá signed a five-year contract with West Ham United for a club record fee. He made his debut on 31 August in a draw against Tottenham Hotspur.

November 2022: Named in FIFA World Cup Squad

On 7 November 2022, Lucas Paquetá was named in the Brazil squad for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

2022: Signed for West Ham United

In 2022, Paquetá signed with English club West Ham United and won the UEFA Europa Conference League in his first season.

2022: FIFA World Cup Squad Member

In 2022, Paquetá was part of the Brazil squad for the FIFA World Cup.

January 2023: First Premier League Goal

On 4 January 2023, Paquetá scored his first Premier League goal for West Ham against Leeds United.

June 2023: UEFA Europa Conference League Champion

On 7 June 2023, Paquetá assisted the winning goal in the 2023 UEFA Europa Conference League final, and he was named in UEFA's team of the season for the tournament a day later.

March 2024: Recalled to Brazil Squad

In March 2024, after being omitted from the squad for several international call-ups, Lucas Paquetá was recalled to the Brazil squad for friendlies against England and Spain.