Hilderaldo Bellini facts for kids
Bellini in 2008
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| Full name | Hilderaldo Luiz Bellini | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Date of birth | 7 June 1930 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Itapira, Brazil | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Date of death | 20 March 2014 (aged 83) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Place of death | São Paulo, Brazil | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Playing position | Defender | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1952–1961 | Vasco da Gama | 430 | (17) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1962–1967 | São Paulo | 205 | (1) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1968–1969 | Atlético Paranaense | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 1957–1966 | Brazil | 51 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Hilderaldo Luiz Bellini (born June 7, 1930 – died March 20, 2014) was a famous Brazilian football player. He was known as a very strong defender, which means he was great at stopping the other team from scoring goals. Bellini was especially famous for being the first Brazilian captain to lift the FIFA World Cup trophy.
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A Football Legend
Bellini played for several important clubs during his career. These included Vasco da Gama, São Paulo FC, and Atlético Paranaense. He was a key player in Brazil's national team.
World Cup Hero
Bellini made history in 1958 when he led Brazil to win their first-ever FIFA World Cup. He was the team's captain and proudly lifted the trophy. He also helped Brazil win another World Cup in 1962. Bellini even played in the 1966 FIFA World Cup as captain again.
You can find a statue of Bellini at the entrance of the Maracanã stadium in Brazil. This statue shows him lifting the 1958 World Cup trophy, celebrating that historic moment. He played for the Brazilian national team from 1957 to 1966, playing in 51 matches.
The Famous Trophy Lift
Bellini is famous for starting a tradition that many football captains follow today. When he first lifted the World Cup trophy in 1958, he did it so photographers could get a better picture. This simple gesture became a symbol of victory around the world. Now, every time a team wins a major football tournament, their captain lifts the trophy high, just like Bellini did.
His Lasting Impact
Bellini passed away on March 20, 2014, at the age of 83. After his death, doctors found that he had a brain condition called CTE. This condition is sometimes found in athletes who have had many head injuries. Bellini, along with other football legends like Pelé, Didi, and Garrincha, helped Brazil become a powerhouse in world football.
Awards and Achievements
Bellini won many awards and championships during his football career.
Club Honours
- Vasco da Gama
- Campeonato Carioca: 1952, 1956, 1958
- Torneio Octogonal Rivadavia Corrêa Meyer: 1953
- Torneio Rio – São Paulo: 1958
International Honours
- Brazil
Individual Awards
- FIFA World Cup All-Star Team: 1958
See also
In Spanish: Hilderaldo Luiz Bellini para niños
