Matheus Lira

Matheus Lira is a 27-year-old Brazilian football player currently with Madureira. He is known for his compassionate leadership and has been organizing prayer groups within football clubs for over a decade. Lira's mission, inspired by his own challenges and experiences, focuses on providing emotional support to fellow athletes, helping them navigate personal struggles, including mental health issues. His initiative, dubbed 'Missionário de chuteiras', connects players across the country in a network of solidarity and faith.