The Brazilian striker shines in Asia and surpasses the Chinese club’s record in a season

The Brazilian striker shines in Asia and surpasses the Chinese club’s record in a season


With 21 goals in 29 games, he became the club’s top scorer in a season in the first division of the Chinese league.




Brazilian Léo Souza broke a record in Zhejiang, China. With 21 goals in 29 games, he became the club’s top scorer in a season in the first division of the Chinese league. In total there were 22 balls in the net in 31 games, as well as six assists.

“Reaching a milestone like this was something very special for me. It reflects all my hard work and dedication and I am happy to have been an important player for the club this season, not only in terms of goals but also in terms of assists “I hope so, it’s just the beginning of many successes and I can continue to contribute to the success of the club,” said the striker.

After working at clubs such as Corinthians and Santos in Brazil, Léo Souza spent more than seven seasons in Asian football. It crossed Japan, South Korea and China. In 2023, he was the top scorer in the Chinese league, with 19 goals, and in 2024, the second top scorer, with 21.

“These years in Asia have been full of learning and growth. Each season has brought different challenges and I am very grateful for each one, as it has shaped the person and professional I am today. I will continue to work with the goal of making history here, and that it can serve as an inspiration for other Brazilian athletes who come to play on the Asian continent”, he commented.

Léo Souza has a contract with Zhejiang until February 2026. In June the forward was offered to Santos, who studied his purchase. In Brazil he also played for Red Bull Brasil, Ituano and Rio Verde.

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Source: Terra

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