Andreas Pereira joins Palmeiras: recent number 8s this century | OneFootball

The number eight jersey of Palmeiras is historically linked to strong midfield players who also advance into attack. Throughout the 21st century, it has been worn by athletes of different profiles, from defensive midfielders to creative playmakers. At the moment, Andreas Pereira is the owner of the jersey. Check out the timeline of the jersey's owners:

Galeano (2001)

A fan favorite, Galeano was the first number 8 of the Verdão in this century.

Magrão (2003 and 2005)

Known for his technical quality, he took on the jersey in two different seasons, marking an era in Palmeiras' midfield.

Paulo Baier (2006)

Known for his precision in set-pieces, the midfielder wore the number 8 during his short stint at the club.

Wendel (2007)

An advancing midfielder, he played an important role in defense and marking in the midfield.

Makelele (2008)

Had a discreet stint but was among the number 8s of the period.

Willians (2009)

With a profile more focused on speed and transition, he wore the jersey in an unstable year for the club.

Márcio Araújo (2010 to 2012)

A midfielder, he was an absolute starter for three seasons.

Souza (2013)

Developed at the club, he inherited the number 8 amid Palmeiras' reconstruction.

Mendieta (2014)

A Paraguayan signed with the expectation of being a protagonist, had an unremarkable stint with the number 8.

Cleiton Xavier (2015)

Returned to Palmeiras with the status of an important reinforcement, being the owner of the jersey for part of that year.

Lucas Barrios (2015 to 2017)

The Paraguayan, originally a center-forward, inherited the number 8 in an unusual choice, but one that marked titles.

Tchê Tchê (2017 to 2018)

A versatile midfielder, an important piece in the Brazilian title, brought intensity to the midfield.

Zé Rafael (2019 to 2025)

One of the great names of the Abel Ferreira era, he established himself as the owner of the number 8 for several seasons, marking his history with titles.

Richard Ríos (2025)

A Colombian with physical strength and quality with the ball, he took on the number in 2025.

Andreas Pereira (2025)

A major signing, he brought international experience and also received the number 8 for the season.

A Jersey of Tradition

The number eight jersey of Palmeiras has been worn by both defensive midfielders and creative playmakers, and even forwards. Among notable names, Zé Rafael held the number the longest this century, establishing himself as a reference.

Campaign in the Brasileirão

The Verdão returns to training this Friday (12th) at 10 am, in their last activity before the match against the Gauchos. The team is in great form in the Brasileirão and records in 2025 the best campaign in its history in the points system: 43 points earned in the first 20 games. Previously, the record was 42, achieved in 2019 and 2022.

Currently in third place, with 43 points, Palmeiras also boasts two important records: it holds the longest unbeaten streak in the championship, with nine games without a loss, and the longest winning streak at home, with four consecutive victories, alongside São Paulo.

Upcoming Palmeiras Matches

Palmeiras vs. Internacional – Brazilian Championship – 9/13 – 6:30 PM (Brasília time)

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