Paulo Nunes
- Full name: Paulo Nunes (commonly known as Paulo Nunes)
- Nationality: Brazilian
- Position: Forward / Second striker
- Born: October 30, 1971 (Maceió, Alagoas, Brazil)
- Notable club: Grêmio (Brazil)
Career highlights with Grêmio
- Paulo Nunes played for Grêmio from 1995 to 1997 and returned briefly in 1999.
- He formed a successful attacking partnership with Jardel and was a key player in Grêmio's attack during the mid-1990s.
- Major honours with Grêmio include the Copa Libertadores (1995) and the Brazilian Cup (Copa do Brasil) in 1994 (he joined around that era; his prime contributions were 1995 Copa Libertadores and other domestic success).
- Known for his pace, dribbling, and scoring ability, he contributed important goals in continental and domestic competitions.
Other clubs
- Paulo Nunes played for several other Brazilian clubs during his career, including Flamengo, Palmeiras, Corinthians, and Internacional, among others.
- He had notable spells at Flamengo (where he won titles) and Palmeiras.
Legacy
- Remembered by Grêmio fans for his role in the 1995 Copa Libertadores campaign and for being part of a potent attacking line in the club's successful mid-1990s era.
- Regarded as a talented forward of his generation in Brazilian football, with technical skill and goal sense that made him effective both as scorer and creator.