Bismarck (footballer) facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Bismarck Barreto Faria | ||
| Date of birth | 17 September 1969 | ||
| Place of birth | São Gonçalo, Brazil | ||
| Height | 1.77 m (5 ft 10 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 1979–1986 | Vasco da Gama | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1987–1993 | Vasco da Gama | 85 | (28) |
| 1993–1996 | Verdy Kawasaki | 137 | (36) |
| 1997–2001 | Kashima Antlers | 137 | (33) |
| 2002 | Fluminense | ||
| 2002 | Goiás | 10 | (1) |
| 2003 | Vissel Kobe | 9 | (0) |
| International career | |||
| 1985 | Brazil U17 | 6 | (3) |
| 1987–1989 | Brazil U20 | 10 | (3) |
| 1989–1990 | Brazil | 13 | (1) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Bismarck Barreto Faria, known simply as Bismarck, is a former professional footballer from Brazil. He was born on September 17, 1969. Bismarck played as a midfielder during his career.
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Bismarck's Club Journey
Bismarck started his professional football career in 1987. He played for Vasco da Gama in Brazil. In 1993, he moved to Japan. There, he joined Verdy Kawasaki in the J1 League.
During his time at Verdy Kawasaki, Bismarck was a star player. He was chosen for the J. League Best Eleven team twice. This happened in 1994 and again in 1995. In 1997, he moved to another Japanese team, Kashima Antlers. He was once again named to the J. League Best Eleven in his first year with Kashima.
In 2002, Bismarck returned to Brazil. He played for Fluminense and Goiás. However, he went back to Japan in 2003. He played for Vissel Kobe before he retired from football at the end of that season.
Playing for Brazil
Bismarck also played for his country, Brazil. He was part of the Brazil national under-20 football team. This team finished third in the 1989 FIFA World Youth Championship. Bismarck was a standout player in that tournament. He won the MVP Award, also known as the Adidas Golden Ball. This award is given to the best player in the tournament.
As an adult player, Bismarck joined the Brazil national team. He helped them win the Copa América in 1989. He also represented Brazil in the 1990 FIFA World Cup in Italy. Playing in the World Cup is a huge achievement for any footballer.
About His Name and Life
Bismarck was named after Otto von Bismarck. Otto von Bismarck was a very famous politician. He played a big part in creating the German Empire. This was one of the world's major powers at the time.
Bismarck also appeared in a special version of the film Jesus. This version was made and shared during the 1998 World Cup. He was featured alongside his Brazilian teammates Jorginho and Cláudio Taffarel.
Awards and Trophies
Bismarck won many awards and trophies during his football career.
Club Honours
Vasco da Gama
- Campeonato Carioca: 1987, 1988, 1992, 1993
- Campeonato Brasileiro Série A: 1989
Verdy Kawasaki
- J1 League: 1993, 1994
- Emperor's Cup: 1996
- J - League Cup: 1993, 1994
- Japanese Super Cup: 1994, 1995
Kashima Antlers
- J1 League: 1998, 2000, 2001
- Emperor's Cup: 2000
- J - League Cup: 2000
- Japanese Super Cup: 1998, 1999
International Honours
Brazil
- Copa América: 1989
Individual Awards
- J1 League Best Eleven: 1994, 1995, 1997
- FIFA U-20 World Cup Golden Ball: 1989
See also
In Spanish: Bismarck Barreto Faria para niños
