Amaral (footballer, born 1966) facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Wagner Pereira Cardozo | ||
| Date of birth | 16 October 1966 | ||
| Place of birth | Piracicaba, Brazil | ||
| Height | 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Forward | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1987 | Comercial | ||
| 1988 | Capivariano | ||
| 1989–1991 | Ituano | ||
| 1992 | Palmeiras | ||
| 1992–2003 | FC Tokyo | 292 | (165) |
| 2004 | Shonan Bellmare | 19 | (2) |
| 2005–2007 | Arte Takasaki | 28 | (16) |
| 2009 | FC Kariya | ||
| Managerial career | |||
| 2006 | Arte Takasaki | ||
| 2010 | FC Kariya | ||
| 2011 | Tokyo 23 FC | ||
| Gyosei International School (U-18) | |||
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Wagner Pereira Cardozo, known as Amaral, is a former Brazilian football player. He was a forward, which means he played at the front of the team to score goals. Amaral was born on October 16, 1966, in São Paulo, Brazil. After a long career playing football, he became a coach. He currently coaches a high-school football team in Japan.
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The King of Tokyo
Amaral is very famous in Japan, especially among fans of the football club FC Tokyo. His nickname is "King of Tokyo." This shows how important he was to the team. Many people think he is one of the best players ever for FC Tokyo. This includes the time when the club was known as Tokyo Gas SC.
Amaral's Legacy at FC Tokyo
Amaral played in 332 games for FC Tokyo and Tokyo Gas FC. This is a huge number of matches! His dedication and skill made him a fan favorite. In 2008, a special movie was made about him. It was called King of Tokyo: O Filme. This movie celebrated his amazing career. Even today, fans of FC Tokyo show their love for him. They display a large flag with his face on it at their home stadium.
Amaral's Football Journey
Amaral played for several football clubs during his career. He started playing professionally in Brazil. Later, he moved to Japan, where he spent most of his playing days.
Playing in Japan
Amaral joined Tokyo Gas in 1992. He played for them for many years. When the team became FC Tokyo, he continued to play for them. He was a key player, scoring many goals. He played for FC Tokyo until 2003. After that, he also played for other Japanese teams. These included Shonan Bellmare, Arte Takasaki, and FC Kariya.
Career Highlights
Amaral was known for his ability to score goals. During his time with FC Tokyo, he scored 165 goals in 292 games. This made him a very effective forward. In total, across all his clubs in Japan, he played 348 games and scored 183 goals. He also played in cup competitions, adding to his impressive record.
Coaching Career
After retiring as a player, Amaral decided to become a coach. He has coached several teams in Japan. He coached Arte Takasaki in 2006. Later, he coached FC Kariya in 2010. In 2011, he coached Tokyo 23 FC. Today, he coaches the Under-18 team at the Gyosei International School. He shares his experience with young players.
See also
In Spanish: Wagner Pereira Cardozo para niños
