Who is Roberto Firmino?

Roberto Firmino Barbosa de Oliveira born 2 October 1991) is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward, attacking midfielder or winger for Premier League club Liverpool and the Brazil national team . After starting his career with Figueirense in 2009, he spent four-and-a-half seasons at Hoffenheim.

What happened to Roberto Firmino at Hoffenheim?

Hoffenheim captain Andreas Beck hailed Firmino’s development as “outstanding” in August 2013. On 27 March 2014, Firmino extended his contract with the club, signing a three-year extension. He finished the 2013–14 Bundesliga season tied as the fourth highest scorer with 16 goals, and was named the league’s Breakthrough Player.

Who is Roberto Firmino’s wife Larissa Pereira?

Firmino married Larissa Pereira in his hometown in June 2017. They have two daughters. Firmino has been given the affectionate nickname “Bobby” by Liverpool fans and players – a shortening of his first name “Roberto”.

Why is Liverpool FC’s Roberto Firmino called Bobby?

Firmino has been given the affectionate nickname “Bobby” by Liverpool fans and players – a shortening of his first name “Roberto”. In December 2016, Firmino was arrested for drink driving. He was fined £20,000 and had his driving licence revoked for a year when sentenced at Liverpool Magistrates’ Court in February 2017.