Edenilson Bergonsi
A Brazilian journeyman midfielder whose career spanned continents, finding a late-stage home in the unique football landscape of Gibraltar.
Born 1987 (age 39)·Brazilian footballer·Birthday: September 13·Millennials
Biography
Edenilson Bergonsi's career map traces the path of a global football nomad. Born in Nova Prata, Brazil, the midfielder's journey began in his homeland before he embarked on a European odyssey that took him to Italy, Bulgaria, and Malta. A versatile and experienced player, he carved out a professional life defined by adaptation, bringing Brazilian technique to a variety of leagues and styles. In the latter stages of his career, he found a notable chapter in Gibraltar, joining Bruno's Magpies in the Gibraltar National League. His presence there underscored the increasingly international flavor of the league, as a player with Serie A experience now contributing to one of its ambitious clubs, demonstrating the wide-reaching network and enduring appeal of a career built on resilience and mobility.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Edenilson was born in 1987, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Edenilson Was Born
The biggest hits of 1987
#1 Movie
Three Men and a Baby
Best Picture
The Last Emperor
#1 TV Show
The Cosby Show
Edenilson's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1987Born
Black Monday stock market crash
Gas: $0.90/galHome: $72,400Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Walk Like an Egyptian" — The BanglesBest Picture: The Last Emperor
1992Started school
LA riots after Rodney King verdict
Gas: $1.13/galHome: $84,300Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"End of the Road" — Boyz II MenBest Picture: Unforgiven
2000Became a teenager
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2003Could drive
US invades Iraq; Human Genome Project completed
Gas: $1.59/galHome: $146,000Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"In Da Club" — 50 CentBest Picture: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
2005Could vote
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2008Turned 21
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2017Turned 30
#MeToo movement; solar eclipse crosses the US
Gas: $2.42/galHome: $195,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Shape of You" — Ed SheeranBest Picture: The Shape of Water
2026Age 39 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Played in Italy's Serie A for clubs including Cesena and Bologna.
- Earned Italian nationality during his time playing in Italy.
- Extended his professional career into his late thirties in the Gibraltar National League.
Did You Know?
He holds an Italian passport due to his time playing in Italy.
He played for the Brazilian U-20 national team early in his career.
His full name, Edenilson Bergonsi, is often shortened simply to Edenilson.
“My left foot opened doors from Brazil to Europe; it's my passport.”
