About Brilhante
Lived 1904 – 1980 (aged 75). Brilhante was a Brazilian association football player.
Alfredo Brilhante da Costa, best known as Brilhante (5 November 1904 – 8 June 1980) was a Brazilian football central defender. He was born in Rio de Janeiro.
During his career (1924–1933), he played in Bangu and in Vasco da Gama. He won the Rio de Janeiro State Championship in 1924 and 1929. For the Brazil national team, he participated at the 1930 FIFA World Cup, playing one match, against Yugoslavia. He died at 75 years old.
Honours
Club Campeonato Carioca (2): Vasco da Gama: 1924, 1929
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Brilhante?
Brazilian footballer and manager (1904-1980)
When was Brilhante born?
Brilhante was born on 5 November 1904 in Rio de Janeiro.
When did Brilhante die?
Brilhante died on 8 June 1980 in Rio de Janeiro.
What was Brilhante's occupation?
Brilhante was an association football player.
What nationality was Brilhante?
Brilhante was Brazilian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Brilhante (footballer)
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