Arthur Machado facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Arthur Machado | ||
| Date of birth | January 1, 1909 | ||
| Place of birth | Niterói, Brazil | ||
| Date of death | 20 February 1997 (aged 88) | ||
| Height | 1.74 m (5 ft 8+1⁄2 in) | ||
| Playing position | Defender (retired) | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1927-1934 1935-1942 1943-1944 1945 |
Portuguesa Desportos Fluminense Comercial-SP Juventus |
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| National team | |||
| 1938 | Brazil | ||
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Arthur Machado was a talented Brazilian football player. He was born on January 1, 1909, in Niterói, Brazil. Arthur played as a defender, which means he helped protect his team's goal. He was an important part of the Brazil national team during his career.
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Arthur Machado: A Brazilian Football Star
Arthur Machado was a well-known football player from Brazil. He played the position of a defender. Defenders are key players who work to stop the opposing team from scoring goals. Machado was known for his strong defensive skills.
Playing for Top Clubs
Machado played for several important football clubs in Brazil. He started his career with Portuguesa Desportos. He played there from 1927 to 1934. After that, he joined Fluminense F.C., a very famous club. He stayed with Fluminense for many years, from 1935 to 1942. Later in his career, he also played for Comercial-SP and C.A. Juventus.
Representing Brazil in the World Cup
One of the biggest highlights of Arthur Machado's career was playing for the Brazil national team. He was chosen to represent his country in the 1938 FIFA World Cup. This was a huge honor for any football player. The World Cup is a global tournament where national teams compete for the championship.
Arthur Machado passed away on February 20, 1997. He is remembered as a dedicated defender who contributed to Brazilian football.
See also
In Spanish: Arthur Machado para niños
