About Paulo Benedito dos Santos Braga
Born 1934. Paulo Benedito dos Santos Braga is a Brazilian association football player.
Paulo Benedito dos Santos Braga (born 18 November 1934), better known as Quarentinha, and sometimes as Quarentinha II, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a forward.
Career
His nickname came from his childhood, in reference to Paysandu Quarenta. Quarentinha made history for Paysandu, surpassing the record of 12 state titles won by the club. He is considered by many to be the greatest player in Paysandu's history.
Personal life
Quarentinha suffered a robbery on 5 August 2019, at the age of 84, and suffered a dislocated shoulder. At age 87, he underwent emergency surgery due to blood pressure problems.
Honours
Paysandu Campeonato Paraense: 1956, 1957, 1959, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1969, 1971, 1972
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Important facts
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Paulo Benedito dos Santos Braga?
association football player
When was Paulo Benedito dos Santos Braga born?
Paulo Benedito dos Santos Braga was born on 18 November 1934 in Belém.
What is Paulo Benedito dos Santos Braga's occupation?
Paulo Benedito dos Santos Braga is an association football player.
What nationality is Paulo Benedito dos Santos Braga?
Paulo Benedito dos Santos Braga is Brazilian.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Paulo Benedito dos Santos Braga
· DBpedia: Quarentinha (footballer, born 1934)
Cite this page
APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Paulo Benedito dos Santos Braga. https://biography.guide/paulo-benedito-dos-santos-braga/
MLA: "Paulo Benedito dos Santos Braga." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/paulo-benedito-dos-santos-braga/.
Chicago: "Paulo Benedito dos Santos Braga." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/paulo-benedito-dos-santos-braga/.
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