Mauricio Correa da Luz (; born 7 May 1987), known simply as Mauricio, is a Brazilian footballer who last played for Hong Kong Premier League club Hong Kong Rangers. He is currently a free agent.

Career

Born in Brazil, Mauricio arrived in Hong Kong in 2012 after signing with Tuen Mun. After a couple of seasons, he moved to newly promoted Hong Kong Premier League side Wong Tai Sin.

Mauricio (footballer, born 1987)

In July 2015, Mauricio was signed by fellow HKPL club Hong Kong Rangers. On 27 September, he fractured his right toe against Pegasus and was ruled out for a minimum of nine weeks. Mauricio made his return on 18 February 2016 in a friendly against Japanese club FC Ryukyu. On 28 February, after scoring an equalizing goal against Kitchee, Mauricio removed his kit during the celebration. Having already received a yellow card earlier in the match, he was given a second yellow and sent off. Rangers director Philip Lee heavily criticized Mauricio for his behaviour and his contract with the club was terminated shortly after.

Mauricio (footballer, born 1987)

On 4 January 2018, Mauricio rejoined Rangers after two and a half years away from the club.

Mauricio (footballer, born 1987)

Personal life

Mauricio graduated with a bachelor's degree in Physical Education in December 2017.

References

External links

Mauricio Correa at HKFA

1987 births

Living people

Brazilian men's footballers

Brazilian expatriate men's footballers

Brazilian expatriate sportspeople in Hong Kong

Hong Kong Premier League players

Hong Kong Rangers FC players

Tuen Mun SA players

Men's association football defenders

Footballers from Porto Alegre