He came to Europe (Anderlecht) from Brazil at a very young age, looking for a future in football. Oliveira was a go-getter and was transformed from right back to lone striker in the Astridpark. He was super fast with the legs and smart with the head, with quick reactions. He played strong matches with Emile Mpenza for national team manager George Leekens. He played the 1998 World Cup in France with the Red Devils.