Brito (footballer, born 1939) facts for kids
Brito in 1965
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| Full name | Hércules de Brito Ruas | |||||||||||||||
| Date of birth | 9 August 1939 | |||||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | |||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.89 m (6 ft 2+1⁄2 in) | |||||||||||||||
| Playing position | Centre back | |||||||||||||||
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| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† | |||||||||||||
| 1955–1959 | Vasco da Gama | |||||||||||||||
| 1960 | Internacional | |||||||||||||||
| 1960–1969 | Vasco da Gama | 365 | (20) | |||||||||||||
| 1969–1970 | Flamengo | |||||||||||||||
| 1970 | Cruzeiro | |||||||||||||||
| 1971–1974 | Botafogo | |||||||||||||||
| 1974 | Corinthians | |||||||||||||||
| 1974 | Atlético Paranaense | |||||||||||||||
| 1975 | Montreal Castors | |||||||||||||||
| 1975 | Deportivo Galicia | |||||||||||||||
| 1975–1978 | Democrata | |||||||||||||||
| 1979 | Ríver | |||||||||||||||
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| 1964–1972 | Brazil | 45 | (1) | |||||||||||||
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Hércules de Brito Ruas, known simply as Brito, was a famous Brazilian football player. He was born on August 9, 1939, in Rio de Janeiro. Brito played as a central defender, which means he helped protect his team's goal.
He played for many different clubs during his career. Brito also proudly represented the Brazilian national team. He is most famous for being part of the team that won the 1970 FIFA World Cup.
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Brito's Club Career
Brito played for several important football clubs in Brazil. He spent many years with Vasco da Gama. He played there from 1960 to 1969, appearing in 365 games.
He also played for other well-known teams like Flamengo, Cruzeiro, and Botafogo. In 1975, he even played for a team called Montreal Castors in Canada.
Playing for Brazil
Brito was a key player for the Brazilian national team. He played 45 games for his country between 1964 and 1972. Each time a player plays for their country, it's called a "cap."
World Cup Hero
Brito was part of the legendary Brazilian team that won the 1970 FIFA World Cup in Mexico. This was a huge achievement for him and his country. He also played in one game at the 1966 FIFA World Cup.
Awards and Trophies
Brito won many important titles during his football career.
Club Achievements
With his club, Vasco da Gama, Brito helped win several championships:
- Rio de Janeiro State championship: 1956
- Rio-São Paulo: 1966
- Taça Guanabara: 1965
International Trophies
As part of the Brazil national team, he won:
- FIFA World Cup: 1970
- Roca Cup: 1971
- Brazil Independence Cup: 1972
Individual Award
Brito also received an individual award for his great performance:
- Placar's Bola de Prata (Silver Ball): 1970
