About Gijo
Lived 1919 – 1993 (aged 74). Gijo was a Brazilian association football player.
Romualdo Sperto (1 August 1919 – 5 November 1993), better known as Gijo, was a Brazilian professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper.
Career Born in the city of Ipaussu, Gijo began his career with Palestra Itália's youth team, where he made 67 appearances for the club. Then he had a quick spell at Fluminense, and went to São Paulo FC, a club that had the mission of replacing King. He is among the 10 goalkeepers who played most times for São Paulo FC.
Honours Palmeiras Campeonato Paulista: 1940 São Paulo Campeonato Paulista: 1945, 1946, 1948 Taça dos Campeões Estaduais Rio-São Paulo: 1945, 1946 Torneio Início: 1945
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gijo?
Brazilian association football player
When was Gijo born?
Gijo was born on 1 August 1919.
When did Gijo die?
Gijo died on 5 November 1993.
What was Gijo's occupation?
Gijo was an association football player.
What nationality was Gijo?
Gijo was Brazilian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gijo. https://biography.guide/gijo/
MLA: "Gijo." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gijo/.
Chicago: "Gijo." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/gijo/.
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