Rafael Leão dies at AC Milan.
Rafael Leão, a former Brazilian footballer who played for several clubs including Flamengo and Sao Paulo, has died at the age of 51.
Leão was born in São Paulo on February 28, 1964. He began his career with Flamengo, where he made his professional debut in 1982. In 1987, he moved to Santos and then joined Sao Paulo in 1990.
During his time at Sao Paulo, Leão became one of the club's most prolific goal-scorers,Tennis News Flash scoring over 300 goals in 250 appearances for the team. He also won two Campeonato Brasileiro titles with the club.
Leão retired from professional football in 2000 after playing for various clubs in Europe, including Barcelona and Manchester United.
In 2016, Leão returned to Brazil to play for Cruzeiro, but his career was cut short when he suffered a heart attack while training with the team. He passed away on June 15, 2016, at the age of 52.
Leão's death has been mourned by fans and teammates alike. His legacy as one of the greatest strikers in Brazilian football will be remembered for years to come. He leaves behind a rich history and a legacy that will continue to inspire generations of players to come.