Births on May 6

Ricardo Oliveira

Born on May 6, 1980

Ricardo Oliveira, Brazilian footballer

Ricardo José Dognella Lima de Oliveira (Brazilian Portuguese: [ʁiˈkaʁdu oliˈvejɾɐ]; born 6 May 1980) is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a striker for Athletic.

He represented São Paulo and Santos in two different spells, but also played in Spain, amassing La Liga totals of 120 games and 58 goals for three teams.

A Brazil international from 2004 to 2016, Oliveira helped the national team win one Copa América and one Confederations Cup.

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26 Jan

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Israel and Egypt establish diplomatic relations.
2 Feb

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Reports surface that the FBI is targeting allegedly corrupt Congressmen in the Abscam operation.
10 Jun

Nelson Mandela
The African National Congress in South Africa publishes a call to fight from their imprisoned leader Nelson Mandela.
29 Jul

Islamic Revolution
Iran adopts a new "holy" flag after the Islamic Revolution.
9 Oct

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Pope John Paul II shakes hands with the Dalai Lama during a private audience in Vatican City.

Births on May 6

Ricardo Oliveira

Born on May 6, 1980

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