Nádson (footballer, born 1982)

Nádson Rodrigues de Souza (born 30 January 1982), usually known as Nádson, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a striker.

Club career
Before moving to the Suwon Samsung Bluewings in South Korea, Nádson played for Vitória.

Nádson was the first ever foreign MVP of the K League in the 2004 season. He is known by Korean fans as "Nadgol", a portmanteau of the words "Nádson" and "Gol", the Portuguese word for "Goal".

After suffering from serious injury problems in the 2006 season, Nádson returned to Brazil to play for Corinthians as a short-term replacement for West Ham United-bound Carlos Tevez.

On 24 July 2008, Nádson went to Japan to play for Vegalta Sendai, but left after six months to return to Vitória.

In January 2010, Nádson transferred to Sport Club do Recife.

International career
Nádson participated with the Brazil national team at the 2003 CONCACAF Gold Cup.

Style of play
Despite having a small stature, he was known for his sensorial positioning, eye for goal, and offensive determination. He was also a speedy dribbler.

Honours
Suwon Samsung Bluewings
 * K League: 2004
 * K League Cup: 2005, 2008

Sport Recife
 * Campeonato Pernambucano: 2010
 * CONCACAF Gold Cup: runner-up 2003

Individual
 * K League Most Valuable Player: 2004
 * K League Best XI: 2004