Is Edmílson A-List?
NoB
No — Edmílson is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2002
World Cup Winner
Lost A-list status in 2008
Dropped to B tier — Villarreal Transfer
Ranking Timeline
2000C$0.1M
Lyon Transfer
Begins playing for Lyon, moving to Europe.
2002A▲▲$0.5M+$0.4M
World Cup Winner
Wins the FIFA World Cup with Brazil.
2004A$2M+$1.5M
Barcelona Move
Transfers to Barcelona, increasing his profile.
2006A$4M+$2M
Champions League Win
Wins the Champions League with Barcelona.
2008B▼$5M+$1M
Villarreal Transfer
Moves to Villarreal in Spain.
2011B$6M+$1M
Retirement
Announces retirement from professional football.
2018C▼$6.5M+$0.5M
Football Executive
Takes on roles in football administration.
2026B▲$7M+$0.5M
São Caetano Consultant
Works as a technical consultant for São Caetano.
Last updated: February 23, 2026