Early Life & Rise at Santos
Rodrygo Silva de Goes was born in Osasco, Brazil on January 9, 2001. Influenced by his father, a former footballer, he began training in futsal at age 10—a common breeding ground for technical wizards like Robinho, whom Rodrygo mimicked .
He joined Santos FC’s youth academy in 2011 and by 2017 had earned a senior debut. In just two seasons, he made 41 league appearances and scored 9 goals before catching the eye of European scouts .
A Big Move & Early Success
In June 2018, Real Madrid activated his €45 million release clause. Rodrygo debuted in La Liga in 2019 and made history in the Champions League—scoring a hat-trick at just 18 years and 301 days, becoming the second-youngest to do so . He quickly added domestic and European trophies to his resume.
On the Field Today
Now 24, Rodrygo plays as a right winger or forward for Real Madrid, wearing jersey #11 and standing 1.74 m tall .
In the 2024–25 season, he featured in 172 matches for Real Madrid, contributing 32 league goals and 7 assists for Brazil in 33 senior caps . His stats show 6 goals and 5 assists in La Liga, with solid Champions League performance: 5 goals and 2 assists over 10 matches .
Memorable Moments
Rodrygo has etched his name in iconic matches:
- Two-goal semi-final at the Bernabéu in 2022 against Manchester City
- Clutch brace in the 2023 Copa del Rey final, earning MVP honors
Personal Life & Awards
Off the pitch, Rodrygo is a father of twins (born February 2022), a devout Christian, and active in childhood cancer charity work . In November 2023, he extended his Real Madrid contract until 2028, safeguarding his future at the club .
Conclusion
Rodrygo’s journey—from a futsal-loving kid in Brazil to a clutch performer in Europe’s toughest arenas—speaks volumes about his talent and work ethic. With key goals in league matches, Champions League shockers, and national team contributions, he’s become one of football’s exciting young stars. His recent contract extension shows Real Madrid’s faith in his continued rise. As he balances club heroics, fatherhood, and philanthropy, the football world is watching a superstar in the making.
