History of Richarlison in Timeline

Richarlison de Andrade is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward for both Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League and the Brazil national team. While details about his early career and personal life are not included in this text, his current standing as a prominent forward for both club and country is clearly stated. He is well-known for his attacking prowess and goal-scoring ability on the pitch. He has garnered significant attention and accolades for his performances. Richarlison's role in both teams establishes him as a key figure in the world of football.

2017: South American U-20 Championship

In 2017, Richarlison was selected for the Brazil under-20 squad and participated in the South American U-20 Championship, where he played in eight matches and scored two goals.

August 2018: First Senior National Team Call-Up and Debut

In August 2018, Richarlison received his first call-up to the Brazilian senior national team. He debuted against the United States in September and scored his first two international goals against El Salvador shortly after.

May 2019: Copa América Selection and Victory

Richarlison was selected for Brazil's 2019 Copa América squad in May 2019. He scored a goal in the final against Peru, securing Brazil's victory.

2020: Olympic Top Scorer and Gold Medal

At the 2020 Summer Olympics, Richarlison scored a hat-trick in his debut match and finished as the tournament's top scorer, winning an Olympic gold medal with Brazil.

June 2021: Copa América and Olympic Selection

In June 2021, Richarlison was named in the squad for the Copa América, where he scored against Peru. He also received a call-up for the Olympics.

November 2021: Advocacy for Vaccination and Social Justice

In November 2021, Richarlison advocated for COVID-19 vaccination and spoke out against misinformation, referencing the death of his first coach. In 2022, he spoke on social justice issues including the environment, police violence, and human rights.

September 2022: Racial Abuse Incident

Richarlison was subjected to racial abuse during a friendly match against Tunisia in September 2022 when a banana was thrown at him while celebrating a goal.

2022: Philanthropy and Social Activism

Richarlison donates a portion of his salary to support cancer patients and families in need. He also used his platform to advocate for social justice issues like environmental protection, police violence, and human rights in 2022.

2022: World Cup Performance

Richarlison played for Brazil in the 2022 FIFA World Cup, scoring three goals before Brazil's elimination in the quarter-finals.

2022: Mental Health Struggles Post World Cup

Richarlison revealed that he struggled with depression after Brazil's exit from the 2022 World Cup, even considering retirement, and shared his experience to highlight the importance of mental health.

December 2023: Return from Injury and Scoring Streak

In December 2023, Richarlison returned to the starting lineup after undergoing groin surgery and scored a brace against Newcastle United, beginning a scoring streak of nine goals in eight league matches.

February 2024: Scoring Streak Continues Against Former Club

Richarlison's scoring run continued into February 2024, culminating in a brace against his former club Everton.

March 2024: Mental Health Advocacy

In March 2024, Richarlison opened up about his struggles with depression following the 2022 World Cup and encouraged other players to seek help for mental health issues.