Alberto Chuairi

Alberto Chuairi (24 May 1926 – 21 April 2013), simply known as Turcão, was a Brazilian professional footballer who played as a defender. He made one appearance for the Brazil national team in 1955.

Career

Turcão arrived at the youth team of Palestra Itália, and was promoted after the club became the current SE Palmeiras. He stood out for his physical size and strength. In the 1950s, he transferred to rival São Paulo FC, where he managed to repeat part of his success. He scored 36 goals for the club, where he was the official penalty taker. Turcão ended his career at Santa Cruz de Recife after a serious knee injury.

Honours Palmeiras Campeonato Paulista: 1947, 1950 Torneio Rio-São Paulo: 1951 Taça Cidade de São Paulo: 1950

São Paulo Campeonato Paulista: 1953, 1957 Small Club World Cup: 1955

Death

Turcão died in his apartment at age of 86, due to advanced Alzheimer.