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Edson Felipe da Cruz (born 1 July 1991) is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays for Atlético Goianiense. Mainly a defensive midfielder, he can also play as a defender.
Club career
Born in Touros, Rio Grande do Norte, Edson graduated with ABC's youth setup. He made his professional debut on 28 August 2009, coming on as a second-half substitute in a 0–1 away loss against Figueirense for the Série B championship.
After being rarely used Edson joined Treze on 12 July 2012, on loan until the end of the year. He eventually returned to his parent club in January 2013, being regularly used during the campaign and scoring his first goal on 10 September, netting the first in a 4–2 home win against Sport.
On 11 December 2013 Edson rescinded with ABC, and signed for São Bernardo. On 25 April 2014 he was loaned to Série A club Fluminense until May 2015, with a buyout clause.
Edson made his debut in the main category of Brazilian football on 9 August 2014, replacing Bruno in the 64th minute of a 1–1 home draw against Coritiba. He scored his first goal in the division on 22 October 2014, netting the game's only in an away win against Santos.
Edson finished the season with 17 appearances and three goals, overtaking Edwin Valencia in the latter stages of the championship.
Honours
- Bahia
- Copa do Nordeste: 2017