Hugo Henrique
# Hugo Henrique

Hugo Henrique Arantes Castro da Silva (born 18 May 1977 in Cabo de Santo Agostinho), simply as Hugo Henrique, is a former Brazilian footballer who played as a striker.

## Career

Hugo Henrique played indoor football as a youth, but began playing senior football with Santa Cruz. He left for Sergipe in 1998, before signing a three-year contract with Portugal side Rio Ave in 1999. Hugo Henrique was a prolific goal-scorer for Rio Ave, scoring 36 times in league and cup competitions over two seasons with the club. He continued this good form with Vitória Setúbal, scoring twice in his debut.

