Carlos José Castilho facts for kids
Castilho, 1956
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| Personal information | |||
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| Full name | Carlos José Castilho | ||
| Date of birth | 27 November 1927 | ||
| Place of birth | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | ||
| Date of death | 2 February 1987 (aged 59) | ||
| Height | 1.81 m (5 ft 11+1⁄2 in) | ||
| Playing position | Goalkeeper | ||
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| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1945-1946 1947-1965 |
Olaria Fluminense |
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| 1950-1962 | Brazil | ||
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Carlos José Castilho (born November 27, 1927 – died February 2, 1987) was a famous Brazilian goalkeeper. He is remembered as one of the greatest players for Fluminense, a big football club in Brazil. Castilho also played many times for the Brazilian national team. He helped his country win two FIFA World Cup titles.
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A Legendary Goalkeeper
Carlos Castilho was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He became a professional football player at a young age. He was known for his amazing saves and bravery on the field. Castilho played as a goalkeeper, which is the player who stops the ball from going into the net.
Playing for Fluminense
Castilho spent most of his career playing for Fluminense. He joined the club in 1947 and stayed there until 1965. This was a very long time to play for one team! He played over 600 games for Fluminense. This makes him one of the players with the most appearances for the club. During his time at Fluminense, he won many important championships.
A Brave Player
Castilho was famous for his courage. He often played even when he was injured. Once, he broke a finger but kept playing. Another time, he had a serious knee injury. Doctors said he needed surgery and would be out for a long time. But Castilho chose to have his finger removed instead. This was so he could recover faster and get back to playing football for his team. This shows how dedicated he was to the sport.
Playing for Brazil
Castilho was also a key player for the Brazilian national team. He played for Brazil from 1950 to 1962. He was part of four different FIFA World Cup squads. This is a huge achievement for any player.
World Cup Success
Castilho was a member of the Brazilian teams that won the 1958 FIFA World Cup in Sweden and the 1962 FIFA World Cup in Chile. These were Brazil's first two World Cup victories. Even though he was a reserve goalkeeper in these tournaments, his presence and experience were very important to the team's success. He was a valuable part of those historic squads.
After Retirement
After he stopped playing, Castilho became a football manager. He managed several Brazilian clubs. He continued to be involved in football, sharing his knowledge and passion for the game. Carlos Castilho is remembered as a true legend of Brazilian football. He is celebrated for his loyalty, bravery, and contributions to the sport.
