Joel Camargo facts for kids
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'Mexico 70 - World Cup Story', 1970
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| Full name | Joel Camargo | ||
| Date of birth | 18 September 1946 | ||
| Place of birth | Santos, Brazil | ||
| Date of death | 23 May 2014 (aged 67) | ||
| Place of death | Santos, São Paulo, Brazil | ||
| Playing position | Defender (retired) | ||
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| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1963 1963 1964-1971 1971-1972 1973 |
Santos Portuguesa Desportos Santos Paris Saint-Germain Clube Regatas Brasil |
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| 1964-1970 | Brazil | ||
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Joel Camargo was a famous Brazilian football player. He was born on September 18, 1946, in Santos, Brazil. Joel played as a defender, which means his job was to stop the other team from scoring goals. He was well-known for playing for the Santos FC club. He also played for the Brazilian national team.
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Early Life and Career Start
Joel Camargo started his football journey in Brazil. He began playing for Santos FC in 1963. After a short time with Portuguesa Desportos, he returned to Santos. This club became a big part of his career.
Playing for Santos FC
A Key Defender
Joel Camargo spent many years playing for Santos FC. He was with the team from 1964 to 1971. During this time, Santos FC was one of the best football clubs in the world. Joel was a strong and reliable defender.
Teammates and Trophies
At Santos, Joel played alongside legendary players. One of his most famous teammates was Pelé, often called the greatest footballer ever. Together, they helped Santos FC win many important championships. These wins made Santos FC a very famous team.
International Career with Brazil
Representing His Country
Joel Camargo also had the honor of playing for his country. He was a member of the Brazilian national team from 1964 to 1970. Playing for your country is a huge achievement for any footballer.
1970 World Cup Squad
He was part of the famous 1970 FIFA World Cup squad. This team is considered one of the greatest football teams in history. They won the World Cup in Mexico, which is the biggest prize in international football. Joel was a valuable part of that winning team.
Later Career and Retirement
After his time at Santos, Joel Camargo moved to France. He played for Paris Saint-Germain during the 1971-72 season. Later, he returned to Brazil and played for Clube Regatas Brasil in 1973. After this, he retired from professional football.
Later Life and Passing
Joel Camargo passed away on May 23, 2014. He was 67 years old at the time of his death. He died from renal failure. Joel Camargo is remembered as a talented defender and a part of Brazil's rich football history.
