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João Marcelo

João Marcelo Messias Ferreira

Cruzeiro Tier 2 league

  • Age26
  • NationalityBrazil
  • Foot—
  • Height189 cm
73 Power ± 8.3
Potential73
Value €5.3m – €9.3m

João Marcelo is a 26-year-old defender playing for Cruzeiro. Pyasso power 73, potential 73. Strongest attributes: Positioning 83, Composure 81, First touch 80.

Attributes

Data completeness %37
Pace —Technique 64Defending 75Physical 66Mental 69

Pace

  • Acceleration—
  • Sprint speed—

Technique 64

  • Dribbling58 S
  • First touch80 S
  • Short passing80 S
  • Long passing62 S
  • Crossing51 S
  • Finishing66 S
  • Shot power52 S
  • Heading—

Defending 75

  • Tackling68 S
  • Marking76 S
  • Interceptions74 S
  • Positioning83 S

Physical 66

  • Strength71 S
  • Stamina61 S
  • Jumping—
  • Agility66 S

Mental 69

  • Vision52 S
  • Decision-making78 S
  • Composure81 S
  • Work rate66 S

Data basis: 30 matches, 1,519 minutes over the last two seasons. The current season counts in full and the previous one at half weight; abilities are calculated within a comparison group by position and league level.

S: stats · M: measured · R: scout report · E: editor. “—” means there is no data for this attribute yet. Methodology

Season statistics

SeasonClubAppsMinGARating
2026/27 CruzeiroSerie A · Tier 2 171,29520 7.16
2026/27 CruzeiroMineiro - 1 · Tier 2 7000 —
2025/26 CruzeiroSerie A · Tier 2 422400 7.03
2025/26 CruzeiroMineiro - 1 · Tier 2 2000 —

FAQ about João Marcelo

How old is João Marcelo?

João Marcelo is 26 years old (born 13 June 2000).

What position does João Marcelo play?

João Marcelo plays as Defender; club: Cruzeiro.

What is João Marcelo’s market value?

Pyasso estimates João Marcelo’s market value at about €7.3m (range €5.3m – €9.3m). This is an algorithmic estimate, not an official transfer fee.

How tall is João Marcelo?

João Marcelo is 189 cm tall.

What is João Marcelo’s Pyasso rating?

João Marcelo has a Pyasso power of 73/100 and potential of 73/100.