Wallace de Souza is a Brazilian opposite whose left-handed high-ball attack became a central part of Brazil’s men’s national team through three Olympic cycles. He won silver at London 2012 and gold at Rio 2016, where Brazil completed its home Olympic campaign as champion.
Wallace has also built one of the most decorated club careers in modern Brazilian volleyball, particularly with Sada Cruzeiro. The club renewed his contract for 2026–27, extending a relationship that has produced a long list of domestic, continental and world-level titles.
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| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Wallace Leandro de Souza |
| Date of Birth | June 26, 1987 |
| Birthplace | São Paulo, Brazil |
| Nationality | Brazilian |
| Position | Opposite |
| Height | 198 cm |
| Current Club | Sada Cruzeiro |
| National Team | Brazil Men’s National Volleyball Team |
| Olympic Appearances | London 2012, Rio 2016, Tokyo 2020 |
| Olympic Medals | Silver — London 2012; Gold — Rio 2016 |
| Career Status | Active |