Lucas Piazon
A Brazilian attacking talent whose early promise led to a nomadic career across Europe's top leagues and beyond.
Born 1994 (age 32)·Brazilian footballer·Birthday: January 20·Millennials
Biography
Lucas Piazon emerged from the famed São Paulo academy with a reputation as one of Brazil's most exciting young prospects, a creative attacker with vision and technical flair. His move to Chelsea in 2011 came with significant expectation, but his path at Stamford Bridge became emblematic of the modern loan system. Over the next decade, he was dispatched to seven different clubs across five countries, from La Liga's Málaga to the Bundesliga with Eintracht Frankfurt and SC Freiburg. While he showcased flashes of his ability, a permanent home proved elusive. This journey eventually led him to Portugal's Braga and later to Poland, where he continues his career. Piazon's story is one of adaptability and resilience, a gifted player navigating the unpredictable currents of European football.
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.
Lucas was born in 1994, 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 Lucas Was Born
The biggest hits of 1994
#1 Movie
The Lion King
Best Picture
Forrest Gump
#1 TV Show
Seinfeld
Lucas's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1994Born
Nelson Mandela elected president of South Africa
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $90,400Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"The Sign" — Ace of BaseBest Picture: Forrest Gump
1999Started school
Columbine shooting; Y2K panic builds
Gas: $1.17/galHome: $113,900Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Believe" — CherBest Picture: American Beauty
2007Became a teenager
iPhone released; Great Recession begins
Gas: $2.80/galHome: $172,600Min wage: $5.85/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Irreplaceable" — BeyonceBest Picture: No Country for Old Men
2010Could drive
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2012Could vote
Curiosity rover lands on Mars; Sandy Hook shooting
Gas: $3.64/galHome: $143,200Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Somebody That I Used to Know" — GotyeBest Picture: Argo
2015Turned 21
Paris climate agreement; same-sex marriage legalized in the US
Gas: $2.43/galHome: $171,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Uptown Funk" — Mark Ronson ft. Bruno MarsBest Picture: Spotlight
2024Turned 30
AI reshapes industries; Paris Olympics
Gas: $3.31/galHome: $372,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Espresso" — Sabrina CarpenterBest Picture: Anora
2026Age 32 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Won the UEFA Youth League with Chelsea's under-19 team in 2015, scoring in the final.
- Named the Chelsea Young Player of the Year for the 2011-12 season.
- Helped Portuguese club Braga win the Taça da Liga (Portuguese League Cup) in 2020.
- Represented Brazil at multiple youth levels, including the U-15, U-17, and U-20 teams.
Did You Know?
He holds an Italian passport, which facilitated his move to Chelsea without UK work permit issues.
Piazon is an avid chess player and has participated in online tournaments.
He shares an agent with fellow Brazilian and former Chelsea player Oscar.
“I have played in more countries than I can easily remember.”
