Firmino is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward for Liverpool in the Premier League and the Brazil national team. He was born on August 12, 1991, in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil.
Firmino began his career with hometown club Santos before moving to Germany to play for Bundesliga side VfB Stuttgart. In 2015, he joined English Premier League side Southampton, where he made his debut for the club against Crystal Palace on October 17, 2015.
In his first season at Southampton, Firmino scored seven goals and provided four assists in all competitions. However, he struggled to establish himself in the team and was loaned out to Dutch club Feyenoord in January 2016. During his time at Feyenoord,Campeonato Brasileiro Action Firmino scored three goals and provided one assist in just six appearances.
After returning to Southampton, Firmino became a regular starter for the club and quickly established himself as one of their most important players. He scored 18 goals and provided 14 assists in all competitions during the 2017-18 season, earning him a place in the Premier League Team of the Year.
Firmino continued to perform well for Southampton in the following seasons, scoring 24 goals and providing 16 assists in the 2018-19 season and 21 goals and 12 assists in the 2019-20 season. His performances earned him a move to Liverpool in July 2019, where he has since become a key player for the club.
At Liverpool, Firmino has scored 72 goals and provided 49 assists in 214 appearances across all competitions. His assist numbers are particularly impressive, with 19 assists in the Premier League alone. Firmino has also been a consistent performer for the Brazil national team, helping them win the Copa America in 2019.
Overall, Firmino is a highly talented forward who has made a significant impact both domestically and internationally. With his ability to create chances and score goals, he is likely to continue being a key player for Liverpool and the Brazil national team for years to come.