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José Alves Calazans

b. 1934

Association football player

Association football player
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About José Alves Calazans

Born 1934. José Alves Calazans is a Brazilian association football player.

José Alves Calazans (born 20 October 1939), is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a right winger.

Career

Calazans began his career at Bangu, and played there until 1957. In 1960, he was one of the main people responsible for América's title in the Campeonato Carioca, scoring a historic free kick against Flamengo. He also made almost 100 appearances for Fluminense, his last club.

Calazans played twice for the Brazil national team, in 1956 in the Oswaldo Cruz Cup and in 1959 in the Bernardo O'Higgins Cup.

Personal life

Calazans is brother of also footballer Zózimo. After retiring from football, he worked at the transportation department of the state of Rio de Janeiro.

Honours

America-RJ Campeonato Carioca: 1960

Brazil Taça Oswaldo Cruz: 1956 Copa Bernardo O'Higgins: 1959

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Important facts

Born
20 October 1934, Salvador
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Association football player
Nationality
Brazil

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Frequently asked questions

Who is José Alves Calazans?

association football player

When was José Alves Calazans born?

José Alves Calazans was born on 20 October 1934 in Salvador.

What is José Alves Calazans's occupation?

José Alves Calazans is an association football player.

What nationality is José Alves Calazans?

José Alves Calazans is Brazilian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: José Alves Calazans

· Wikidata: Q11728538

· DBpedia: José Calazans

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