About Nilton dos Santos
Born 1935. Nilton dos Santos is an association football player.
Nílton dos Santos (born 7 June 1935) is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a left back.
Career
Namesake and contemporary of Nílton Santos, Nílton dos Santos was Bangu's left back from 1953 to 1965, and played 506 matches for the club, being the second athlete with the most appearances, behind only Ubirajara Motta, and considered one of the great idols in the history of Bangu. He was called up to the Brazil national football team in 1956, but never took to the field.
Honours
Bangu International Soccer League: 1960
Individual Prêmio Belfort Duarte: 1956
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Who is Nilton dos Santos?
association football player
When was Nilton dos Santos born?
Nilton dos Santos was born on 7 June 1935.
What is Nilton dos Santos's occupation?
Nilton dos Santos is an association football player.
Sources & further reading
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Nilton dos Santos. https://biography.guide/nilton-dos-santos/
MLA: "Nilton dos Santos." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/nilton-dos-santos/.
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