Dequinha facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | José Mendonça dos Santos | ||
| Date of birth | 19 March 1928 | ||
| Place of birth | Mossoró, Brazil | ||
| Date of death | 29 September 1997 (aged 69) | ||
| Playing position | Midfielder | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1947–1948 1949 1950–1959 |
ABC América-RN Flamengo |
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| National team | |||
| 1955–1956 | Brazil | ||
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Dequinha (born 19 March 1928) was a famous Brazilian football player. His full name was José Mendonça dos Santos. He was born in Mossoró, Brazil. Dequinha played as a Midfielder, which is a very important role in a football team. Midfielders help both defend their own goal and create chances to score. He played for several clubs in Brazil and also represented his country on the national team.
Dequinha's Football Journey
Dequinha had a long and successful career in football. He started playing professionally in the late 1940s. His skills as a midfielder quickly made him stand out. He was known for his strong play and ability to control the game.
Early Club Career
Dequinha began his professional journey with ABC from 1947 to 1948. After that, he played for América-RN in 1949. These early experiences helped him grow as a player. They prepared him for bigger challenges in Brazilian football.
Playing for Flamengo
Dequinha spent most of his career at one of Brazil's biggest clubs, Flamengo. He joined Flamengo in 1950 and stayed there for almost a decade, until 1959. This was the longest period he spent with any club. Playing for Flamengo meant he was part of a very popular and competitive team. He became a key player for them during this time.
International Career
Dequinha also had the honor of playing for the Brazilian national team. He represented Brazil from 1955 to 1956. Playing for your country is a huge achievement for any footballer. It means you are one of the best players in your nation. He was part of the Brazil squad for the 1954 FIFA World Cup. This is the biggest football tournament in the world.
