Matheus Peixoto is a Brazilian striker who played for clubs including Bragantino, Bahia, Sport Recife, Atletico Goianiense and Ceara. He moved abroad to Metalist Kharkiv and later came to Japan with Jubilo Iwata, where he was used as a centre-forward. His career has included several Brazilian Serie A and Serie B clubs, a Ukrainian spell and J.League football. Peixoto's role has generally been as a physical striker and penalty-area finisher.