*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 3 November 2023
Ricardo Mendes Nascimento (born 3 April 1974), better known as Lecheva, is a Brazilian former professional footballer and manager who played as a midfielder.
Career
Born in Mogi das Cruzes, he began his career at União Mogi, in addition to having played for ECUS and São José EC. He was successful in Pará football, first at Tuna Luso and mainly at Paysandu, where he became one of the great names in the club's history.[1]
Managerial career
He began his coaching career at Paysandu itself, becoming state champion in 2013. He managed several other clubs in the northern region of the country, doing a great job at Amazonas FC, being appointed as one of those responsible for structuring the club. Today he works again at Paysandu SC, this time as football coordinator.[2]