Palmeiras sign striker Glaucia for the 2026 season

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·6 January 2026

Palmeiras sign striker Glaucia for the 2026 season

Palmeiras confirmed this Tuesday (06) the signing of forward Glaucia, formerly of Flamengo, as a reinforcement for the 2026 season. One of the main active players in Brazilian football, the 32-year-old athlete joins Verdão as the fifth name announced for the women’s squad.

Excited about the new challenge, Glaucia highlighted the weight of the green and white shirt and her ambition for titles.

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It is a club with a lot of tradition, big and victorious. I have been following Palmeiras in recent years and I am very happy to be here, to be able to add to the team. Wearing this shirt will be very rewarding. It’s a packed season, with many tournaments. At Palmeiras, we always have to think big and I am very motivated to bring titles

The player also recalled an emotional connection with the club since childhood. According to her, her grandfather, a die-hard Palmeiras fan, played a significant role in this relationship.

My grandfather, who is no longer with us, was always a fanatic for Palmeiras. Unfortunately, I couldn’t find any photos, but the memories are very vivid. He would be very happy with my arrival at the club and would certainly be the first in the stands, just as my uncles will be

Born in São Bernardo do Campo-SP, Glaucia began her career at her hometown club and has played for several teams in both Brazilian and international football, such as Centro Olímpico, Santos, São Caetano, São José, Sport Recife, Iranduba, Jeonbuk KSPO, São Paulo, and Flamengo. Abroad, she played for Jeonbuk KSPO in South Korea, where she was her team’s top scorer and the third highest scorer in the league in 2018.

Recognized for her goal-scoring instinct, the forward was named one of the best in the country in 2019, a season in which she scored 19 goals and provided 18 assists. Her achievements include the Campeonato Carioca Feminino titles in 2024 and 2025, as well as the Copa Rio in 2025, all won with Flamengo.

In addition to Glaucia, Palmeiras has already announced the signings of Duda Santos, Ana Guimarães, Layssa Santos, and Duda Basílio. The reinforcements are part of the planning by the club’s Women’s Football Department, which aims to strengthen the squad and maintain competitiveness for the 2026 season.

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