Elias Ferreira Sobrinho (born 15 August 1949), better known as Nei, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a forward.
Career.
Revealed by Ferroviária, where he played until 1971, Nei became famous playing for Palmeiras in the 1970s, in the team that became known as the "second academy" (). He won two Brazilian titles and three state championships, in addition to 490 matches and 70 goals for the club, entering the hall of fame.
International career.
Nei participated in a single match for the Brazil national team, on 21 February 1976, against the Soviet Union.