1. Overview
Olivio da Rosa (born October 2, 1986), commonly known by his nickname Ivo (IvoPortuguese), is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays primarily as a midfielder, often in an attacking role. He is known for his left-footed play. Currently, he is active with China League One club Yanbian Longding. Throughout his career, Ivo has played for various clubs in Brazil, South Korea, and China, including prominent stints in the K League 1 and the Chinese Super League.
2. Early life and career beginnings
This section covers Olivio da Rosa's foundational years, including his birth, physical attributes, and the initial stages of his football journey through youth academies and his early professional engagements in Brazil.
2.1. Birth and early years
Olivio da Rosa was born on October 2, 1986, in Palmitinho, located in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. He measures 72 in (183 cm) in height and weighs 143 lb (65 kg). He is known to be a left-footed player.
2.2. Youth career
Ivo's youth career began with Juventus de Teutônia in 2005. He then joined Juventude in 2006, where he continued his development before transitioning into professional football.
2.3. Early professional career in Brazil
Ivo began his professional career with Juventude, joining their senior squad in January 2007. He played 42 matches and scored 2 goals during his time at the club until 2010. On February 21, 2010, Ivo made a move to Palmeiras, signing a one-year deal that included an option for a five-year renewal. While at Palmeiras, he played 10 matches without scoring. Later in 2010, he was loaned to Ponte Preta, where he featured in 24 matches and scored 3 goals. In 2011, on January 5, Ivo completed a permanent transfer to Portuguesa from Palmeiras. He had a notable season there, playing 41 matches and scoring 3 goals. Following his first spell in South Korea, he returned to Brazil in January 2013, joining Criciúma. During this period, he played 32 games for Criciúma, scoring 6 goals.
3. Club career
Olivio da Rosa's club career spans multiple leagues and continents, with significant periods in South Korea and China, marked by his impactful contributions and transfers between teams.
3.1. K League career
On January 5, 2012, Ivo moved to South Korea, joining K League 1 club Incheon United on a one-year contract. He made his debut goal for the club in a league match against Daegu FC on July 26, 2012. After the 2012 season, he returned to Brazil. However, in January 2014, Ivo rejoined Incheon United for his second stint with the club. Across both spells, he became a key player, contributing significantly to the team's performance.
3.2. Chinese club career
In February 2015, Ivo transferred to Chinese Super League side Henan Jianye. He became an influential player for the team, but at the end of the 2016 season, he chose not to extend his contract and departed the club. On November 29, 2016, he moved to China League One club Beijing Renhe. His time with Beijing Renhe was relatively short, and on June 15, 2018, Ivo made a return to Henan Jianye, rejoining the club where he had previously found success. He continued to play for Henan Jianye until 2021. On April 15, 2023, Ivo signed with China League One side Yanbian Longding, where he continues his career.
4. Playing style and characteristics
Olivio da Rosa primarily operates as a midfielder, often excelling in an attacking role. His playstyle is characterized by his left-footed technique, which allows him to contribute to both goal-scoring and playmaking within team formations.
5. Career statistics
Updated to October 28, 2023. The "Other" column in the table below primarily refers to appearances in various Brazilian state championships, such as the Campeonato Gaúcho, Campeonato Paulista, and Campeonato Catarinense.
| Club | Season | League | National Cup | Continental | Other | Total | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| Juventude | 2006 | Série A | 6 | 0 | - | - | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | ||
| 2007 | 13 | 2 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | 0 | 13 | 2 | |||
| 2008 | Série B | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2009 | 22 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 1 | 0 | 23 | 0 | |||
| 2010 | Série C | 0 | 0 | - | - | 7 | 2 | 7 | 2 | |||
| Total | 41 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 49 | 4 | ||
| Palmeiras | 2010 | Série A | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 | - | 8 | 0 | 13 | 0 | |
| Ponte Preta (Loan) | 2010 | Série B | 25 | 3 | - | - | 0 | 0 | 25 | 3 | ||
| Portuguesa | 2011 | 26 | 2 | 1 | 0 | - | 15 | 1 | 42 | 3 | ||
| Incheon United | 2012 | K League 1 | 27 | 4 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 27 | 4 | ||
| Criciúma | 2013 | Série A | 16 | 1 | 4 | 1 | - | 16 | 5 | 36 | 7 | |
| Incheon United | 2014 | K League 1 | 33 | 7 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 33 | 7 | ||
| Henan Jianye | 2015 | Chinese Super League | 29 | 7 | 1 | 0 | - | - | 30 | 7 | ||
| 2016 | 29 | 4 | 3 | 2 | - | - | 32 | 6 | ||||
| Total | 58 | 11 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 62 | 13 | ||
| Beijing Renhe | 2017 | China League One | 25 | 6 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 25 | 6 | ||
| 2018 | Chinese Super League | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | - | - | 9 | 0 | |||
| Total | 33 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34 | 6 | ||
| Henan Jianye | 2018 | Chinese Super League | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 18 | 1 | ||
| 2019 | 26 | 7 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 26 | 7 | ||||
| 2020 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 11 | 2 | ||||
| 2021 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | - | - | 7 | 3 | ||||
| Total | 59 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 62 | 13 | ||
| Yanbian Longding | 2023 | China League One | 25 | 6 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 25 | 6 | ||
| Career total | 345 | 53 | 16 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 47 | 8 | 408 | 65 | ||
6. External links
- [https://int.soccerway.com/players/olivio-da-rosa/9238/ Ivo at Soccerway]
- [https://portal.kleague.com/common/search/popUpPlayerDetail.do?playerDetailInfo=20120062 Ivo at K League]
- [https://www.transfermarkt.de/ivotm/profil/spieler/55499 Ivo at Transfermarkt]
- [https://www.thefinalball.com/jogador.php?id=131915 Ivo at TheFinalBall.com]