José Carlos da Costa Araújo facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
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| Full name | José Carlos da Costa Araújo | ||
| Date of birth | 7 February 1962 | ||
| Place of birth | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil | ||
| Playing position | Goalkeeper (retired) | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1982 1983 1984 1984-1991 1992 1992-1994 1994-1995 1995-1996 1996-1997 1997 1998-1999 1999 2000 |
Americano Flamengo Rio Branco Flamengo Cruzeiro Farense Vitória Felgueiras Flamengo Vitória XV Novembro América Tubarão |
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| National team | |||
| 1988-1989 | Brazil | ||
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José Carlos da Costa Araújo, known as Zé Carlos, is a former Brazilian football player. He was born on February 7, 1962. Zé Carlos was a talented Goalkeeper, known for protecting his team's goal. He played for many different clubs during his career and even represented the Brazilian national team.
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Meet Zé Carlos: A Brazilian Goalkeeper
Zé Carlos spent many years playing professional football. His main job on the field was to be a goalkeeper. This means he was the last line of defense, trying to stop the other team from scoring goals. Goalkeepers need to be quick, brave, and have excellent reflexes. Zé Carlos certainly had these skills, which allowed him to play at a high level for a long time.
Playing for Top Clubs
Zé Carlos played for several football clubs throughout his career. His journey started in 1982 with Americano. Over the years, he moved to different teams, gaining experience and showing his skills.
Flamengo: A Special Home
One of the most important clubs for Zé Carlos was Flamengo. He had two different periods playing for this famous Brazilian team. His longest time at Flamengo was from 1984 to 1991. During these years, he played many games in Brazil's top league, the Série A. He returned to Flamengo later in his career, playing there again from 1996 to 1997. Flamengo is one of Brazil's biggest clubs, so playing there was a big deal for Zé Carlos.
Besides Flamengo, Zé Carlos also played for other well-known clubs. He joined Cruzeiro in 1992. He also spent time playing in Portugal for teams like Farense and Vitória. Playing in a different country like Portugal showed his ability to adapt and perform in new environments. Later in his career, he played for clubs such as Felgueiras, Vitória, XV Novembro, América, and Tubarão.
Representing Brazil
One of the biggest honors for any football player is to represent their country. Zé Carlos had this opportunity when he played for the Brazilian national team. He made his debut for Brazil in 1988 and played a few matches for them until 1989.
He was part of the Brazilian squad for important tournaments. He participated in the 1987 Copa América and the 1989 Copa América. These are major competitions where South American countries compete for the championship. Zé Carlos was also part of the team that went to the 1990 FIFA World Cup. The World Cup is the biggest football tournament in the world, and being part of the squad is a dream for many players. He also represented Brazil at the 1988 Summer Olympics, where the team won a silver medal.
Goalkeepers: The Last Line of Defense
A goalkeeper's role is unique in football. They are the only players allowed to use their hands (within their penalty area) to stop the ball. They need to be brave to dive at players' feet and strong to catch powerful shots. Goalkeepers also help organize the defense, telling their teammates where to stand. Zé Carlos was a reliable goalkeeper who helped his teams succeed.
