José Carlos Bauer facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | José Carlos Bauer | ||
| Date of birth | 21 November 1925 | ||
| Place of birth | São Paulo, Brazil | ||
| Date of death | 4 February 2007 (aged 81) | ||
| Playing position | Midfielder (retired) | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1945-1955 1956-1957 |
São Paulo Botafogo |
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| National team | |||
| 1949-1955 | Brazil | 29 | (5) |
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José Carlos Bauer (born November 21, 1925 – died February 4, 2007) was a famous Brazilian football player. He was known as a strong and skilled midfielder. Bauer played for the Brazilian national team and was a key player in his time.
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Who Was José Carlos Bauer?
José Carlos Bauer was a talented football player from Brazil. He was born in São Paulo, Brazil. People often called him "The Monster" because of his powerful playing style. He was very good at controlling the middle of the field.
Playing for Top Clubs
Bauer played for two big football clubs in Brazil. From 1945 to 1955, he played for São Paulo FC. He helped them win many important championships. Later, from 1956 to 1957, he played for Botafogo.
Playing for Brazil
Bauer was a very important player for the Brazilian national team. He played for his country from 1949 to 1955. He played in 29 international matches and scored 5 goals.
World Cup Appearances
Bauer represented Brazil in two FIFA World Cup tournaments. He played in the 1950 FIFA World Cup and the 1954 FIFA World Cup. In 1950, Brazil reached the final match. Bauer was a big part of that team.
Bauer's Legacy in Football
After he stopped playing, José Carlos Bauer became a football manager. He coached several teams, including some in Colombia and Mexico. He helped many young players learn the game. Bauer is remembered as one of Brazil's greatest midfielders. His powerful playing style inspired many future footballers.
See also
You can also read about José Carlos Bauer in Spanish: José Carlos Bauer para niños
