Homero Cavalheiro

Homero Cavalheiro (10 July 1947 – 4 April 2021) was a Brazilian professional footballer and manager, who played as a centre-back.

Playing career

As a player Homero didn't have much prominence in his career. He started at Cruzeiro de Porto Alegre in 1964 and played for the club until 1966, in the 1967 Campeonato Gaúcho, he defended Brasil de Pelotas. He also has spells attributed to Ypiranga de Erechim and EC Vitória de Salvador.

Managerial career

As a manager, Homero started in the youth categories of SC Internacional. In 1985 and 1989, he was the Brazilian coach at the FIFA U-17 World Cup. He also coached professional teams throughout Brazil, with emphasis on Internacional and Atlético Goianiense, where he was Série C champion in 1990.

Personal life

Upon retiring as a manager, Homero became the owner of a gym in the city of Porto Alegre, business he ran until his death.

Honours

Manager

Atlético Goianiense Campeonato Brasileiro Série C: 1990

Death

Homero Cavalheiro died 4 April 2021, aged 73 in Porto Alegre, victim of COVID-19.