Serafim

João Vieira dos Santos (born 3 May 1940), better known as Serafim, is a Brazilian former professional footballer who played as a defender.

Career

Serafim began his playing career at the age of 15 at América in Morrinhos, Goiás. At the age of 21 he was signed by Uberlândia, EC and in 1964 he arrived at São Paulo FC, where he was a reserve player most of the time. His main performance for the club was against Palmeiras, 15 November 1964, in the historic 5–2 victory. He also played for União Bandeirates at the end of his career. Serafim lives in the city of Bandeirantes, Paraná to this day, where he owns a bar.