Cicinho played for Real Madrid and Roma in Europe, among others. At the time, the right-back was suffering from alcohol problems.
Former Brazil international Cicinho has once again spoken out about his drinking problems during his playing career. Among other things, he appeared “drunk” during training at his clubs Real Madrid and AS Roma.
“If you ask me if I’ve ever been drunk at Real training, the answer is yes,” Cicinho said EPTV-Show Hangover. He concealed his alcohol flag by drinking coffee and dousing himself with perfume.
His excesses during a lengthy injury break in the service of Roma were particularly bad: “I started drinking after training. After my rehabilitation training, I got home at 2 p.m. and it started at 2.30 p.m. I only heard at 4 a.m on.” The club bosses noticed that, and his reputation suffered a lot.
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Ex-Real defender Cicinho retires in 2018
After his time at Real and Roma, Cicinho also played for Villarreal and Sivasspor, among others. The 17-time national player ended his career in 2018, when he had long since overcome his alcohol addiction.
He was able to do this with the help of his wife, he reported to the Estado de Sao Paulo in 2020. Today he gives lectures, helps those affected and does prevention work.
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